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Persian Cucumber Salad

This Persian Cucumber Salad is not only quick to make and refreshing, but a versatile side dish salad that everyone will love. Cucumber, red onion and some pantry items make this one easy!

Prep Time
40 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 72 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Persian

Ingredients

  • 8 Persian cucumbers
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 cup of fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • red pepper flakes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Rinse and slice the cucumbers and put in a bowl.
  2. Slice the red onions very thin. If using right away place in a bowl of cold water for 20 minutes to take the pungent onion flavor out. Discard water after. If making ahead for a next day meal you can skip this step. Add to bowl.
  3. Crush and chop the garlic, chop the basil, add the red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar and salt and pepper
  4. Mix well and let marinate for 20-30 minutes while you cook dinner.

Nutrition Information

Calories 72kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Sodium 59mg (2%) Potassium 622mg (18%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 485IU (10%) Vitamin C 12.9mg (14%) Calcium 70mg (7%) Iron 1.3mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 72

% Daily Value*

Calories 72kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 2g 4%
Sodium 59mg 2%
Potassium 622mg 13%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 485IU 10%
Vitamin C 12.9mg 14%
Calcium 70mg 7%
Iron 1.3mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.