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Cucumber Blueberry Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Blueberry Salad for Perfect Summer Days

A refreshing Cucumber Blueberry Salad that adds a delightful crunch and sweet juiciness to your summer meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers peel if thick-skinned
  • 2 cups Blueberries fresh and ripe
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds or substitute with pecans or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint substitute with cilantro or basil
For the Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or use maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Slice them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries and sliced almonds into the bowl with the cucumbers.
  3. Take the fresh mint leaves, stack them, and roll tightly. Slice into thin ribbons and add to the salad.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum freshness, keep cucumber and salad ingredients separate until serving. Chill before serving for an even more refreshing experience.

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