Cucumber Salad
Category: Salads
Serves: 4
This refreshing and vibrant cucumber salad, adorned with the sweetness of yellow cherry tomatoes, the juiciness of datterini tomatoes, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing, is a perfect light dish for a warm day or a side to your favorite meal. The addition of red spring onions, fresh spinach, and a touch of apple cider vinegar elevates the flavor profile, making each bite both zesty and savory. It’s a delightful, crisp salad that combines a variety of textures and tastes to satisfy your palate.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cucumbers | 400g |
| Yellow cherry tomatoes | 100g |
| Datterini tomatoes | 100g |
| Red spring onions | 100g |
| Baby spinach leaves | 60g |
| Greek yogurt | 100g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 30g |
| Apple cider vinegar | 2 tbsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Red Spring Onions: Begin by cleaning the spring onions and cutting them into very thin slices. Place them in a bowl of ice water to keep them crisp and to tone down their sharpness.
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Slice the Cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Using a vegetable peeler, cut the cucumbers into long, thin strips. You’ll need about 100g of cucumber strips for the salad. For the dressing, chop the remaining 150g of cucumber into small cubes.
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Make the Cucumber Dressing: In a tall, narrow container, place the cucumber cubes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the Greek yogurt and extra virgin olive oil. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until you achieve a smooth, creamy dressing.
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Assemble the Salad: On a large plate, arrange the baby spinach leaves as the base. Top with the red spring onions, making sure to drain any excess water from the onions first.
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Finish the Salad: Arrange the cucumber strips on top in the shape of a nest. Scatter the yellow cherry tomatoes and datterini tomatoes around the salad for a burst of color and sweetness.
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Dress the Salad: Drizzle the cucumber yogurt dressing over the salad. Add a final touch with a dash of apple cider vinegar, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tips & Variations
- For added flavor, consider tossing in a handful of nuts like toasted almonds or walnuts for a bit of crunch.
- Swap out the baby spinach for arugula if you enjoy a more peppery flavor.
- For an extra boost of flavor, try adding a bit of fresh dill or mint.
Enjoy this salad as a fresh and healthy side to any meal or on its own as a light lunch option. The creamy cucumber dressing combined with the freshness of the vegetables will surely make it a crowd-pleaser!
