Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad tossed in a flavorful sesame ginger dressing, perfect for a light and healthy side dish or snack. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp Persian cucumbers and sweet mini bell peppers with a tangy, slightly spicy dressing enhanced by chili oil and a sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Sesame Ginger Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon grated ginger
- 1½ tablespoons honey
Salad
- 7–8 mini sweet bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into rings
- 4 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- ¼ cup prepared sesame ginger dressing
- 1–2 tablespoons chili oil (adjust based on heat preference)
- 2–3 teaspoons everything but the bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, grated ginger, and honey until all ingredients are fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing or serving bowl, add the sliced mini sweet bell peppers and Persian cucumbers. Pour the prepared sesame ginger dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to evenly coat all the pieces.
- Adjust Flavors: Drizzle chili oil over the salad according to your desired spice level, and sprinkle the everything but the bagel seasoning on top. Toss lightly again to distribute the seasoning and heat.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for maximum freshness and crunch, or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy this crisp, flavorful salad as a light side or snack.
Notes
- Adjust chili oil quantity based on your spice tolerance for a milder or spicier salad.
- The salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day; cucumbers may release water over time.
- Use fresh, firm Persian cucumbers and colorful mini sweet bell peppers for optimal texture and visual appeal.
- Everything but the bagel seasoning adds a savory crunch; feel free to substitute with toasted sesame seeds if unavailable.
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