Ingredients
Scale
Gathering ingredients for this salad is like picking treasures from a market stall — vibrant, fresh, and full of promise. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 3 sweet peppers (a mix of red, yellow, and orange), thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: A sprinkle of feta cheese or a handful of toasted pine nuts for added texture
Feel free to substitute with what you have on hand. Lemon juice can replace apple cider vinegar, or try adding a pinch of chili flakes for a bit of heat.
Instructions
- Start by preparing your vegetables. Slice the cucumbers and sweet peppers thinly. I find that a sharp knife works best, giving you clean, even slices.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, sweet peppers, and red onion. Toss them gently with your hands to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. I like to add a little extra honey, just like Mum used to, for that touch of sweetness that makes each bite sing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated. Add the chopped dill and give it one last gentle toss.
- If you’re using feta cheese or pine nuts, sprinkle them on top just before serving for an extra layer of flavor and texture.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This is your moment to set the table, perhaps with a checkered cloth that reminds you of a picnic in the countryside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
