Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is your quick, summer fix. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to keeping it crisp. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Slow Cooker Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken and Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad.
Why This Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes Is Pure Comfort
- Crisp, fresh cucumbers and sweet peppers
- Ready in just 10 minutes
- Better than takeout and perfect for summer cookouts
- Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins
What You'll Need for Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Cucumber
- Sweet pepper
- Red onion
- Fresh parsley
- Apple cider vinegar
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Feta cheese
- Optional: Cherry tomatoes
- Optional: Avocado
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Cucumber: Use English or seedless cucumbers for less water and seeds.
- Sweet pepper: Any color works, but red and yellow add a pop of color.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Mandoline Slicer — Ensures even, thin slices for perfect texture → See on Amazon
- Salad Spinner — Dries and chills your greens for crisp salads → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
- Step 1: Thinly slice cucumbers and sweet peppers using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
- Step 2: Finely chop red onion and fresh parsley. Add to a large bowl.
- Step 3: Add sliced cucumbers and sweet peppers to the bowl.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 5: Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 6: Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
- Common mistake and fix: Don't over-dress the salad. Start with less dressing and add more if needed.
- Tip: For a heartier salad, add some canned or cooked chickpeas.
- Tip: Make it a meal by serving over greens or with grilled chicken.
Storing & Reheating Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make this salad up to 1 hour ahead. Keep chilled until serving.
Freezing Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
Not suitable for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable. Microwave: Not applicable.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some finely chopped jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Best substitution: Substitute red onion with shallots or green onions for a milder flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare all ingredients ahead of time, but don't toss until ready to serve to prevent sogginess.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to double or triple for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If your salad is too watery, blot the cucumbers with a paper towel before adding to the bowl.
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Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Cucumber
- Sweet pepper
- Red onion
- Fresh parsley
Seasonings
- Apple cider vinegar
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Feta cheese
- Cherry tomatoes
- Avocado
Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice cucumbers and sweet peppers using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
- Step 2: Finely chop red onion and fresh parsley. Add to a large bowl.
- Step 3: Add sliced cucumbers and sweet peppers to the bowl.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 5: Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 6: Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some finely chopped jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Best substitution: Substitute red onion with shallots or green onions for a milder flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare all ingredients ahead of time, but don't toss until ready to serve to prevent sogginess.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to double or triple for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If your salad is too watery, blot the cucumbers with a paper towel before adding to the bowl.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not suitable for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Not applicable.
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable.
- Make ahead: You can make this salad up to 1 hour ahead. Keep chilled until serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbs: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes FAQs
Yes, you can prepare all ingredients ahead of time, but don't toss until ready to serve to prevent sogginess.
Blot the cucumbers with a paper towel before adding to the bowl to prevent excess water from making the salad soggy.
Yes, add some grilled chicken, chickpeas, or tofu for a more filling meal.
Substitute red onion with shallots or green onions for a milder flavor.
Yes, this salad is naturally gluten-free. Just be sure to check your dressing ingredients if using store-bought.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad | Ready in 10 Minutes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
