Description
A vibrant and refreshing Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad featuring a tangy sesame ginger dressing. This quick and easy recipe combines crunchy mini sweet bell peppers and crisp Persian cucumbers, tossed in a flavorful blend of olive oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and honey. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack, ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dressing Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon grated ginger
- 1½ tablespoons honey
Salad Ingredients
- 7-8 mini sweet bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into rings
- 4 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- ¼ cup sesame ginger dressing (prepared above)
- 1-2 tablespoons chili oil (adjust to preference)
- 2-3 teaspoons everything but the bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Sesame Ginger 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 smooth.
- Assemble the Salad: Place the sliced mini sweet bell peppers and Persian cucumbers into a large mixing or serving bowl.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared sesame ginger dressing over the sliced vegetables and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Add Final Flavorings: Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of chili oil over the salad, adjusting based on your spice preference, and sprinkle 2 to 3 teaspoons of everything but the bagel seasoning on top.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest crunch, or cover and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy the bright, fresh flavors!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the chili oil according to taste.
- Everything but the bagel seasoning can be substituted or omitted if unavailable, though it adds a wonderful savory crunch.
- Use fresh Persian cucumbers for the best crisp texture and mild flavor.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours prior to serving.
- To make it vegan, ensure the honey is replaced with an appropriate plant-based sweetener like agave syrup.
