Cucumber, Mustard, and Dill Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Cucumber, Mustard, and Dill Salad
10 min.
4
50kcal

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If you're seeking a refreshing and quick dish that embodies the delightful essence of summer, look no further than this Cucumber, Mustard, and Dill Salad. This vibrant salad not only makes for a wonderful side dish but can also serve as a light appetizer or a zesty snack. Perfectly suitable for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, this salad is a harmonious blend of crisp cucumber, tangy mustard, and fragrant dill—nature's way of saying "fresh and light!"

This recipe celebrates the humble cucumber, elevating it with a zingy mustard vinaigrette that brightens up any meal. The contrasting flavors come from the sweetness of sugar, the sharpness of white-wine vinegar, and the earthiness of fresh dill, making it a delightful palate pleaser. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish, making it an ideal choice for busy days when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, enjoying a cozy dinner alone, or seeking something to munch on during movie night, this salad is versatile enough to complement any occasion. With fewer than 50 calories per serving, it's guilt-free indulgence at its finest. Join the ranks of those who enjoy fresh, wholesome ingredients, and delight your taste buds with a dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • large cucumber seedless peeled (usually plastic-wrapped; 1 lb)
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons optional: dill fresh chopped
  • tablespoon mild olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1.5 teaspoons sugar 
  • teaspoons white-wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt, and sugar in a bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking.
  2. Halve cucumber lengthwise and remove seeds with a small spoon, then cut halves crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices.
  3. Add cucumber and dill to vinaigrette, tossing to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories50kcal
Protein4.55%
Fat62.45%
Carbs33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.27
Glycemic Load
1.06
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2665217311486%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:50.05kcal
2.5%
Fat:3.67g
5.65%
Saturated Fat:0.52g
3.23%
Carbohydrates:4.37g
1.46%
Net Carbohydrates:3.88g
1.41%
Sugar:2.79g
3.09%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:320.09mg
13.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.6g
1.2%
Vitamin K:14.44µg
13.76%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.71%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.57%
Potassium:116.58mg
3.33%
Magnesium:11.17mg
2.79%
Vitamin C:2.29mg
2.78%
Phosphorus:21.03mg
2.1%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.03%
Fiber:0.49g
1.95%
Vitamin A:95.96IU
1.92%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.67%
Copper:0.03mg
1.67%
Iron:0.3mg
1.65%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.6%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.6%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.55%
Calcium:14.37mg
1.44%
Folate:5.72µg
1.43%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious