Whole30 Spicy Cucumber Salad

Refreshingly crisp and irresistibly zesty, this Whole30 Spicy Cucumber Salad is the perfect side dish to elevate any meal. Packed with crunchy cucumber slices, vibrant red onion, and fragrant cilantro, this salad is dressed in a tangy blend of Whole30-compliant rice vinegar, lime juice, and avocado oil. A hint of minced garlic and a sprinkle of red chili flakes add just the right amount of heat, making every bite a harmonious balance of cool and spicy. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is ideal for meal prepping, light lunches, or as a chilled accompaniment to grilled proteins. Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly, it’s an easy, flavor-packed way to stay on track with your Whole30 goals while delighting your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar (Whole30 compliant)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
• 1 small Garlic clove
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl for a burst of freshness.

Step 4

Mince the garlic clove and set it aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, lime juice, avocado oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, sea salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cucumber, onion, and cilantro mixture. Toss well to evenly coat all the ingredients.

Step 7

Taste the salad and add more salt or chili flakes if desired for a stronger flavor or spicier kick.

Step 8

Let the salad marinate for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator for optimal flavor development, although it can be served immediately if preferred.

Step 9

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(979.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	289.5

Total Fat 14.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 603.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 6.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162.7mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1388.6mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 51.6%