Description
This Cucumber Pepper Salad is a fresh, crunchy, and tangy dish that’s packed with flavor! Inspired by the viral TikTok recipe, it combines crisp cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and a zesty dressing for a quick and healthy snack or side dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (or crushed peanuts for crunch)
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust for spice)
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Thinly slice the cucumbers, bell peppers, and red onion.
- Chop the cilantro if using.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, chili flakes, garlic, ginger, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss & Chill:
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well.
- Let it sit in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or crushed peanuts before serving.
- Enjoy as a side dish or a light snack!
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or crispy wonton strips.
- Swap out rice vinegar for lemon juice for a citrusy twist.
- Adjust chili flakes for more or less spice.
- Recipe Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg