Description
A refreshing and easy cucumber snack that comes together in just five minutes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (optional, like dill or parsley for that extra pop)
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cool running water, ensuring they’re clean and ready to shine.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife or a mandolin for that perfect, delicate cut.
- Combine the cucumber slices with salt and pepper to taste in a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the slices with olive oil and lemon juice, adding a touch of brightness.
- Toss gently to coat all the slices evenly, infusing them with flavor.
- Add freshly chopped herbs if desired for an extra layer of freshness.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing snack, and enjoy every crisp bite!
Notes
For best results, add the olive oil and lemon juice just before serving to keep the cucumbers crisp. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of cucumber slices
- Calories: 16
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: variable
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg