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Cucumber Blueberry Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Blueberry Salad to Brighten Your Summer

A refreshing Cucumber Blueberry Salad that brightens your summer with crisp cucumbers and sweet blueberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup Blueberries fresh and ripe
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds or substitute with pecans or sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint cut into ribbons
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cucumber Blueberry Salad
  1. Begin by slicing the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they're roughly uniform for even mixing. Rinse the blueberries gently under cold water and set them aside in a bowl to dry. If using whole almonds, slice them thinly for added texture. Finally, gather fresh mint leaves, stack them, and cut into ribbons for a lovely garnish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, fresh blueberries, and sliced almonds. Gently fold in the mint ribbons, being careful not to crush the blueberries.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice with extra virgin olive oil. Add honey or maple syrup for sweetness, followed by a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. The vinaigrette should be well-emulsified, resulting in a smooth texture.
  4. Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over your salad ingredients while gently tossing to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  5. Serve the Cucumber Blueberry Salad immediately for the freshest taste. If needed, chill in the refrigerator for a short time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a nut-free version, swap sliced almonds with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds. Feel free to experiment with different herbs to customize the flavor.

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