Description
A vibrant and refreshing Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad tossed in a flavorful homemade sesame ginger dressing with a kick of chili oil and a sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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For the Sesame Ginger Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
For the Salad:
- 7-8 mini sweet bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into rings
- 4 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 1/4 cup sesame ginger dressing
- 1-2 tablespoons chili oil (adjust to preferred heat level)
- 2-3 teaspoons everything but the bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, grated ginger, and honey until well combined and emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: In a mixing or serving bowl, add the sliced mini sweet bell peppers and Persian cucumbers.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the sesame ginger dressing over the sliced vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
- Add Heat and Seasoning: Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of chili oil over the salad depending on your heat preference, then sprinkle 2 to 3 teaspoons of everything but the bagel seasoning on top. Toss gently once more to combine all flavors.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and chill it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy this colorful and tasty salad as a light side or refreshing snack.
Notes
- Adjust chili oil quantity to control the spiciness of the salad.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be chilled for up to 2 hours before serving.
- Everything but the bagel seasoning can be found in most grocery stores or made at home by mixing sesame seeds, sea salt, dried garlic, onion, and poppy seeds.
- Use Persian cucumbers for a less seedy, crisper texture.
- This salad pairs well with grilled dishes or as a light, healthy lunch option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
