Description
Italian Cucumber Salad is that vibrant, refreshing dish you’ve been craving during those warm summer days. This simple yet delightful salad combines crunchy cucumbers with the zesty notes of red onion, a drizzle of olive oil, and a splash of vinegar, creating a deliciously light dish packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 2 to 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 to 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill optional
Instructions
- Start by washing the cucumbers and red onion. Thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds and the red onion into thin strips. Place them in a large mixing bowl, ready to be tossed together.
- Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoon of olive oil over the sliced cucumbers and onion. Next, add 1 to 2 tablespoon of red wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar, if you prefer). Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper for that added zing.
- Gently toss everything in the bowl until all the vegetables are well-coated with the dressing. For optimal flavor, let the salad sit for a few minutes at room temperature, or even better, pop it in the refrigerator for a short while to chill before serving.
Notes
For an even more delicious experience, consider adjusting the texture of the salad by cutting the cucumbers into half-moons or diagonally. This can change the feel and presentation of your Italian Cucumber Salad, making it even more appealing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg