I used to only make cucumber salad during the hot summer months however, I recently discovered just how many health benefits cucumbers have. Now I make it all year long. It actually tastes great along side almost anything your having for lunch.
Surprisingly, cucumbers are high in potassium, vitamin C and vitamin K. They also contain magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin A, fiber, vitamin B, calcium and zinc. I love that this vegetable also contains a good amount of water. When I give it to my kids I know that they will not only enjoy the taste, but they'll be getting some much needed nutrition.
To make your own cucumber salad you'll need the following ingredients:
- Cucumbers
- Onions
- Garlic
- Green peppers
- Oil
- Vinegar
- Water
- Oregano
- Parsley
Follow these steps to make the homemade cucumber salad:
Step 1:
Cut up two cucumbers, 1 small onion, 1 small green pepper, and 2 cloves of garlic. Toss them in a salad bowl.
Step 2:
Make your dressing in a separate bowl. Combine ½ cup olive oil, 1/4 cup vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of water.
Step 3:
Mix in 1 tablespoon of oregano and 1 tablespoon of parsley.
Step 4:
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss together.
Step 5:
Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap and set it in the refrigerator until your ready to serve it to your family.
Tip:
If you don't have time to make your own salad dressing you can use a bottle of store Italian dressing. I do this when I'm in a pinch, although I really prefer making my dressing from scratch.