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5-Minute Spicy Cucumber Salad Recipe

5-Minute Spicy Cucumber Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This quick and flavorful 5-Minute Spicy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing dish perfect for a light lunch or side. The combination of crunchy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and zesty dressing creates a delicious harmony of flavors.


Ingredients

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Cucumber Salad:

  • 2 English Cucumbers, diced
  • 1 Large Avocado, diced
  • 2 Tablespoons Cilantro or Parsley, chopped

Dressing:

  • 1 Clove Garlic, mashed
  • 3/4 Teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Lime, juiced
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Chop and Dice: Start by chopping and dicing the cucumber, avocado, cilantro, and parsley.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped ingredients with garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss and Serve: Toss the salad to combine all the flavors. Serve and enjoy immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 185
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 307mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg