Heart-Healthy Fresh Dill Cucumber Salad

Refresh your palate and nourish your body with this Heart-Healthy Fresh Dill Cucumber Salad, a light, crisp, and flavorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring hydrating English cucumbers, aromatic fresh dill, and a zesty homemade dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey or agave, this salad is as wholesome as it is delicious. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle bite, while the garlic-infused vinaigrette ties all the vibrant flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy, low-calorie recipe is a must-try for healthy eating enthusiasts. Serve it chilled for an irresistibly cool and refreshing addition to your meals, ideal for everything from busy weeknights to backyard barbecues. Keywords: cucumber salad, fresh dill, heart-healthy recipes, quick salad, refreshing side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 English cucumbers
• 0.25 cup Fresh dill
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Honey or agave syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly. For best results, use a mandoline slicer to achieve even, thin slices.

Step 2

2. Finely chop the fresh dill and set aside.

Step 3

3. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. For a milder onion flavor, soak onions in cold water for a few minutes before using, then drain well.

Step 4

4. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic clove, honey or agave syrup, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

5. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion slices, and chopped dill.

Step 6

6. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

7. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving for an even fresher taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(738.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	389.0

Total Fat 28.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1203.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.8mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1110.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 34.5%