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Healthy Cucumber Onion Salad Recipe

This refreshing cucumber and onion salad recipe is filled with bright tangy flavors and is easy to make in less than 20 minutes. Cucumber salad with onion slices is made with a homemade Italian dressing consisting of white wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, and garlic–you will love it!
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Low Fat, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 168kcal
Author Rena

Ingredients

  • 2 English cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced

Italian Dressing

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 garlic clove grated
  • Kosher sea salt to taste
  • Kosher pepper to to taste

Instructions

  • To a large bowl, add all the dressing ingredients and whisk well to emulsify.
  • Add the sliced cucumbers and onion to the bowl.
  • Lightly toss everything until combined and serve.

Notes

 
  • Red onions have the best flavors for this recipe, but white onions will work, too.
  • You can use apple cider vinegar in place of the white wine vinegar.
  • Maple syrup can be used in place of honey.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • You can use Persian or regular cucumbers if you do not have access to English cucumbers.

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 276mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 167IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg