Sweet and Tangy Diabetic Cucumber Salad

Diabetic Sweet/Sour Cucumber Salad 🥒

Recipe Overview:

• Name: Diabetic Sweet/Sour Cucumber Salad
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Description: This delightful cucumber salad, born out of a desire to accommodate dietary needs, offers a refreshing twist to your meal. Originally inspired by a family recipe, it’s been lovingly adapted to suit a diabetic diet, making it a perfect addition to light lunches or as a snack, particularly during the warmer months.
• Category: Lunch/Snacks
• Keywords: Vegetable, Vegan, < 30 Mins, No Cook, Easy

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 28.7
• Fat Content: 0.1g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 3.4mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 5.2g
• Fiber Content: 0.8g
• Sugar Content: 2.3g
• Protein Content: 0.8g

Ingredients:

• 2 cucumbers
• 1/2 onion
• 1 cup vinegar
• 1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
• 1-2 teaspoons pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Start by peeling and slicing the cucumbers and onion to your desired thickness. For this salad, thinner slices tend to absorb the flavors better.

2. Set Vegetables Aside:

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   • Once sliced, set the cucumbers and onions aside in a bowl or container.

3. Create the Sweet/Sour Dressing:

   • In a separate mixing bowl, combine the vinegar, Splenda, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, as everyone’s palate varies in sensitivity to sweetness and acidity.

4. Mix Dressing with Vegetables:

   • Pour the sweet/sour dressing over the sliced cucumbers and onions, ensuring they are evenly coated. The combination of flavors will infuse into the vegetables, creating a delightful taste profile.

5. Refrigerate to Blend Flavors:

   • Cover the salad container and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour. This chill time allows the flavors to meld together, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once sufficiently chilled, your Diabetic Sweet/Sour Cucumber Salad is ready to be served. Garnish with fresh herbs like dill or parsley for an added burst of flavor, if desired. It pairs excellently with grilled proteins, sandwiches, or as a standalone snack.

Tips:

• For added crunch and texture, consider adding thinly sliced bell peppers or radishes to the salad.
• Experiment with different types of vinegar such as apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar to vary the flavor profile.
• To make it a complete meal, consider adding protein-rich ingredients like grilled chicken or tofu cubes.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, making it a convenient option for meal prep or picnics.

By following this simple recipe, you can indulge in a deliciously crisp and flavorful salad that not only caters to diabetic dietary needs but also delights the taste buds of everyone at the table. Enjoy the fresh, tangy goodness of this Diabetic Sweet/Sour Cucumber Salad as a guilt-free addition to your menu rotation!