Description
This Honey Lime Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and irresistibly flavorful side dish perfect for warm weather. Crisp cucumbers are complemented by a zesty honey lime dressing, with optional additions like cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and nuts for extra texture and richness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy, light salad that’s perfect for quick meals or entertaining.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 whole Cucumbers (Select firm cucumbers for best texture.)
- 3 tablespoons Honey (Replace with agave or maple syrup for a vegan option.)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice (Vinegar can work as a substitute if needed.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Enhances the flavors.)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Introduces mild spice.)
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Sweet and juicy.)
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (For a creamy element.)
- 1/4 cup Nuts or Seeds (Incorporate for extra crunch.)
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumbers: Wash and slice your cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons to ensure they soak up the dressing evenly and provide a crunchy texture.
- Create Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper until the honey is fully dissolved, creating a balanced sweet and tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers with the dressing, tossing gently. Add optional cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and nuts or seeds if desired to enhance flavor and texture.
- Rest and Meld Flavors: Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the cucumbers to absorb the dressing.
- Serve or Store: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste or refrigerate for later use, keeping it chilled for maximum refreshment.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with agave syrup or maple syrup.
- Vinegar can replace fresh lime juice if unavailable, but it may alter the flavor slightly.
- Adjust the salt and pepper levels according to taste preference.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances its refreshing quality.
- Use firm cucumbers to maintain the best texture and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
