Spicy Cucumber Salad
Fresh and crisp, Spicy Cucumber Salad is a bright, marinated twist on the classic creamy cucumber and onion salad we all love.
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Servings: 6 people
Calories: 46kcal
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium cucumbers
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 bunch cilantro chopped
Dressing/ Marinade
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon salt (plus an extra pinch)
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk ingredients for dressing/ marinade together in a large measuring cup. Set aside.
- Cut cucumbers into 1 inch thick slices. Quarter slices to create bite-sized chunks.
- Add cucumbers, thinly sliced red onion and chopped cilantro to a bowl. Top with dressing and toss well.
- Cover and refrigerate for one hour to overnight. Toss again before serving.
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Notes
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- English cucumbers are better for skin-on recipes; however, if you have fresh cucumbers from your garden or the farmer’s market, it’s hard to beat the robust flavor of fresh summer produce.
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- Bite sized cucumber wedges are easier to eat and create more surface area to soak up that dressing!
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- Don't skimp on the marinating time if you want really good flavor.
- Store this salad in a large, large-mouthed mason jar or two for the perfect marinated method. Give your jar a quick shake before you pour the salad into a bowl and serve!
Nutrition
Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 103mg | Sugar: 3g