Honey Lime Cucumber Salad (Printable)

Crisp cucumbers with tangy honey-lime dressing, red onion, and fresh cilantro. A light and refreshing side ready in minutes.

# What You 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 Make It:

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 -
  • It comes together in literally ten minutes flat, no cooking required
  • The honey lime dressing transforms simple cucumbers into something restaurant worthy
  • You can make it ahead and it actually tastes better after sitting
02 -
  • The five minute resting period isnt optional, its when the vegetables transform from raw ingredients to a cohesive dish
  • English cucumbers are worth seeking out because regular cucumbers will release too much water and make everything soggy
  • This salad is best eaten within a few hours, though the flavors do continue to develop nicely overnight
03 -
  • Slice your cucumbers slightly thicker than paper thin so they maintain that satisfying crunch even after sitting in dressing
  • Taste a cucumber slice before starting, and if theyre bitter, peel them completely or soak the slices in ice water for thirty minutes first

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