A light, fresh, and vibrant Cucumber and Bell Pepper Salad that takes just 10 minutes to prepare, perfect for summer picnics and healthy meals.
Author:Emma Saviani
Prep Time:10 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Yield:Serves 4
Category:Salad
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 mini cucumbers
4 mini sweet peppers
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon fresh ginger
pinch black pepper
1 tablespoon everything but the bagel seasoning
1 tablespoon chili crisp
Instructions
Prepare the Dressing: In a blender, combine extra virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, fresh ginger, and a pinch of black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy for that delightful sesame-ginger dressing.
Slice the Veggies: Take your mini cucumbers and mini sweet peppers and slice them into bite-sized pieces. This helps ensure each bite is filled with refreshing crunch and vibrant color!
Combine: In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced cucumbers and peppers. Toss them together gently, allowing the veggies to become familiar with one another.
Add the Dressing: Pour your freshly made dressing over the salad mixture. Then, sprinkle in the everything bagel seasoning and chili crisp. Gently toss again until all the ingredients are well-coated.
Adjust & Serve: Take a moment to taste your salad! If desired, add more seasoning, chili crisp, or dressing to achieve your perfect flavor balance. Serve immediately for the freshest experience.
Notes
Choose the freshest mini cucumbers and bell peppers for a crunch that enhances the salad’s appeal.
Feel free to tweak the sesame-ginger dressing according to your taste!
Serve the Cucumber and Bell Pepper Salad chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.
If you have leftovers, store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days.
Consider adding radishes or jicama for additional texture and flavor variations.