How to Make Cooler Than A Cucumber Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a refreshing and light side dish to accompany your summer meals, then look no further than this Cooler Than A Cucumber Salad recipe. This simple and easy-to-make salad is perfect for hot days when you want something cool and crisp to counter the heat. The combination of fresh cucumbers, tangy dressing, and flavorful herbs makes this salad a delicious and satisfying addition to any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 small cucumbers, peeled leaving stripes of skin and sliced
  • 1 large heirloom tomato, seeded and diced
  • ⅓ small onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup champagne vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons agave nectar, or more to taste
  • 1 pinch sea salt, or to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place the cucumber chunks and slices in a large bowl with the tomato and onion. Whisk together the champagne vinegar, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, agave nectar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until frothy. Pour dressing over the vegetables. Gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Nutrition

    54 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 5mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 22mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 236mg