Description
A refreshing and colorful salad that combines crisp vegetables with a tangy dressing for a delicious, healthy dish.
Ingredients
- Cucumbers: 2, diced
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Bell Peppers: 1 cup, mixed colors, diced
- Fresh Herbs: 1/4 cup, chopped parsley or basil
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons
- Dijon Mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Chop the vegetables: Dice the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, aiming for uniformity.
- Mix vegetables and herbs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables alongside your chosen fresh herbs. Gently toss them together.
- Whisk the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Use a whisk or a fork to blend everything until well combined.
- Combine dressing with salad: Pour the freshly whisked dressing over the vegetable mixture, then gently toss to ensure each piece is coated.
- Serve or chill: You can serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make the vegetables ahead of time and store separately from dressing. It’s best enjoyed shortly after tossing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg