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Cucumber Salad with Italian Dressing

Cultural Context

Cucumber salad is a refreshing side dish commonly enjoyed in Italy, especially during warm months. It highlights the use of fresh, seasonal vegetables and simple dressings, embodying the Italian philosophy of using quality ingredients to create vibrant flavors. This salad is versatile and has been embraced globally, with variations found in many cuisines, often adapted to local tastes and available ingredients.

ItalianITside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups cucumbers
1 cup red onion
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup bell pepper
1/2 cup parsley
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers health benefits while white vinegar is often cheaper.

Italian seasoning

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor and nutrition, while dried herbs are cost-effective.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: heirloom tomatoes

💰Cheaper: regular tomatoes

Heirloom tomatoes provide richer flavor, while regular tomatoes are more affordable.

1

Toast walnuts and crush them.

2

In a bowl, combine crushed walnuts, fresh coriander, and basil.

3

Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste, and mix well.

4

Chop lettuce and add it to the bowl.

5

If lettuce is not available, substitute with cabbage.

6

Add strawberries and mix everything together.

7

Drizzle olive oil and mix again.

Equipment Needed

large bowlmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Insalata di CetrioliCucumber Salad
Local Name: Insalata di cetrioli con dressing italiano

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