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Cucumber Salad Spanish-Style

Refreshing Cucumber Salad Spanish-Style: So Easy, So Delicious

Enjoy a light and refreshing Cucumber Salad Spanish-Style, perfect for warm months and under 75 kcal per serving.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 75
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large Cucumber English preferred, but Persian or Kirby can be used.
  • 1 bulb Fresh Fennel Fresh is preferred, can use fennel seeds.
  • 5 pieces Pink Radishes Any small firm radish can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Capers Optional; can be omitted if desired.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Any good quality oil like avocado may work.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used for a different flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Natural Yogurt Non-dairy yogurt for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Ground coriander could also enhance the flavor.
  • 1/2 lemon Zest Zest from an orange can provide a different flavor profile.
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  2. Peel and slice the cucumber lengthwise into thin strips. Cut into bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
  3. Thinly slice the pink radishes and break the fresh fennel into small pieces. Add to the bowl with cucumber, and mix in capers if desired.
  4. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss gently until coated.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving plate and drizzle the remaining dressing on top. Garnish with fresh fennel sprigs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Keep the dressing separate if preparing ahead.

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