Honey Lime Cucumber Salad (Printable version)

Crisp cucumbers with tangy honey-lime dressing, fresh cilantro, and red onion create this refreshing side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing

04 - 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
05 - 2 tablespoons honey
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

09 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
10 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced

# How to Prepare:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
05 - Garnish with sesame seeds and jalapeño slices, if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The dressing comes together in thirty seconds flat but tastes like something a restaurant would charge twelve dollars for
  • It actually gets better after sitting in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep or parties
02 -
  • English cucumbers are worth seeking out, regular cucumbers have thick bitter skins and watery seeds
  • The salad will release liquid as it sits, which is normal but try to serve it within a few hours
03 -
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create ribbon like cucumber slices instead of rounds for an elegant presentation
  • If the dressing tastes too sharp, add honey one teaspoon at a time until it balances out

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