Cucumber and Colorful Bell Pepper Salad with Dill Vinaigrette Recipe
This refreshing Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad combines crisp cucumbers with vibrant red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, accented by red onion and fresh dill. Tossed in a tangy and slightly sweet dressing made from olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey, this salad is perfect as a light side dish or a healthy main course, served chilled to highlight its fresh flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, add the thinly sliced cucumbers, red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, and red onion, mixing them gently to prepare for the dressing.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey until the mixture is smooth and well combined, balancing acidity with a touch of sweetness.
- Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the vegetable mixture, then add the chopped fresh dill and gently toss everything until all the vegetables are well coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning to complement the fresh vegetables and vibrant dressing.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop a refreshing, cohesive taste.
- Serve: Serve chilled as a crisp and healthy side dish or a light, flavorful main course for warm days or anytime you want a nutritious meal.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add thinly sliced radishes or celery.
- To make it vegan, ensure the honey is replaced with agave syrup or maple syrup.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Serve immediately if you prefer a crisper texture, as the vegetables will soften slightly over time.
- Can be prepared a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
