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Cucumber and Bell Pepper Salad


  • Author: Marina Savoy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This vibrant, crunchy salad combines Persian cucumbers and sweet mini bell peppers with a spicy chili oil and sesame dressing. Easy to make, totally refreshing, and perfect for warm-weather meals or a quick healthy lunch.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced

  • 6 mini sweet bell peppers, sliced

  • 1½ tbsp chili oil

  • 2 tbsp sesame-ginger dressing

  • 1 tbsp Everything But The Bagel seasoning

  • Optional: fresh lime juice, cilantro, sesame seeds, or red pepper flakes


Instructions

  • Wash and thinly slice cucumbers and peppers.

  • Add to a large bowl.

  • Drizzle with chili oil and sesame-ginger dressing.

  • Toss until evenly coated.

  • Sprinkle with Everything But The Bagel seasoning.

  • Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

  • Stir before serving and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

  • Chill time enhances flavor.
  • Adjust spice by adding more or less chili oil.
  • Best served within 3 days.
  • Use a mandoline for quick, even slicing.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad, Side Dish
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Fusion