Cucumber Mustard and Dill Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and packed with zesty flavor, this Cucumber Mustard and Dill Salad is the perfect summer side dish or light starter. Thinly sliced English cucumbers and red onions are tossed with fragrant fresh dill, creating a bright, herbaceous base. The silky Dijon mustard dressing, balanced with a touch of honey, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of extra-virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a satisfying blend of creamy and tangy notes. Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking time, this simple yet sophisticated salad is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant flavors shine and enjoy a burst of freshness in every bite! Keywords: cucumber salad, mustard dressing, dill, summer side dish, quick and easy recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole English cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Red onion
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry.
Step 2
Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes and add it to the cucumber and dill mixture.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 6
Pour the mustard dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 7
Cover the salad and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Serve the salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or light starter.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (753.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 418.1 |
| Total Fat 30.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1544.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.5g | |
| Protein 5.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 129.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1064.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories