Zesty Cucumber Salad~

🥗 Zesty Cucumber Salad

A crisp, punchy salad loaded with fresh veggies, herbs, and a tangy pickle-brine dressing!

Servings: 6–8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time (Recommended): 1 hour

✅ Ingredients:

Produce:

16 oz mini bell peppers, sliced into rings or strips

2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved

16 oz mini cucumbers, sliced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 bunch green onions, chopped

1 handful fresh dill, chopped

Seasonings:

2 1/2 tsp garlic salt

1 tbsp garlic powder

1/2 tbsp onion flakes

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp granulated sugar

Liquids:

1/3 cup sunflower oil

1 1/3 cups pickle juice (from a jar of pickles – adds the “zesty” kick!)

Optional add-in:

24 oz bread and butter pickle chips (adds sweetness and extra crunch)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Prep all veggies:
Slice cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, mini bell peppers, green onions, and mince the garlic. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Add seasonings and dill:
Sprinkle in the garlic salt, garlic powder, onion flakes, black pepper, and sugar. Toss to combine evenly with the vegetables.

Mix the dressing:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the sunflower oil and pickle juice. Pour over the salad and mix well.

Add pickles (optional but recommended):
Gently stir in the bread and butter chips for extra flavor and texture.

Chill before serving:
Let the salad marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour to let all the flavors meld.

Serve:
Serve cold as a side, on top of grilled meats, or enjoy as a refreshing snack straight from the bowl!