Refreshing Cucumber Salad Recipe in 5 Minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Cucumber (peeled, thinly sliced (use a mandoline for uniform slices))
• 1 small Red Onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved; can use larger plum tomatoes cut in half)
• 3 tablespoons Italian Dressing (store‑bought zesty Italian dressing (contains oil))
• 0.5 teaspoon Himalayan Pink Salt (fine grain)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (dried herb blend)

Instructions

1. Peel and Slice Cucumbers

   Using a vegetable peeler, remove the skin from the cucumbers (optional). Then slice them as thinly as possible, preferably with a mandoline for uniform ribbons.

   Time: PT3M

2. Slice Red Onion

   Cut the red onion in half, then slice each half into very thin half‑rings.

   Time: PT2M

3. Halve Cherry Tomatoes

   Place the cherry tomatoes on the cutting board and cut each in half.

   Time: PT3M

4. Combine Vegetables

   Transfer the sliced cucumbers, onion rings, and tomato halves into the mixing bowl.

   Time: PT1M

5. Season the Salad

   Sprinkle the Himalayan pink salt, ground black pepper, and Italian seasoning over the vegetables.

   Time: PT30S

6. Add Dressing and Toss

   Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

7. Rest Before Serving

   Let the salad sit for about five minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then give it one final gentle toss.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

90

Protein

1g

Carbohydrates

6g

Fat

5g

Fiber

2g