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Honey Lime Cucumber Salad

Honey Lime Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

This Honey Lime Cucumber Salad is a refreshing celebration of lightness and flavor, perfect for summer!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Cucumbers selected firm and vibrant
  • 1/4 cup Honey substitute with agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt kosher or sea salt recommended
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Nuts any nuts of preference

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold running water. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons about ¼-inch thickness and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or agave syrup), lime juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-blended.
  3. Pour honey lime dressing over the sliced cucumbers and gently toss to coat each piece evenly.
  4. Add optional ingredients like cherry tomatoes or feta cheese if desired, and gently toss to combine.
  5. Let the salad sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. After resting, give the salad a quick final toss and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 0.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh and served cold. For optimal crunch, slice cucumbers just before serving. Adjust dressing to taste and experiment with variations to fit your preferences.

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