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Viral Cucumber Pepper Salad Recipes

Viral Cucumber Pepper Salad Recipes

Crunchy cucumbers and sweet peppers tossed in a zesty chili-crisp vinaigrette with lime, soy, and toasted sesame. Bright, refreshing, and ready in minutes.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cup mini cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 3 cup sweet mini peppers thinly sliced, seeds removed
  • 0.5 cup red onion very thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • 0.5 cup green onions thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled, optional
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp chili crisp adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1.5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds toasted
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Add sliced cucumbers, sweet peppers, red onion, cilantro, and green onions to a large mixing bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, lime juice, soy sauce, chili crisp, sesame oil, olive oil, honey, garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Add sesame seeds and everything bagel seasoning, then toss until evenly coated.
  • Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to lightly marinate and mingle the flavors.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning. Top with crumbled feta if using and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra crunch, add 1.0 cup crushed roasted peanuts or serve with crispy wonton strips. This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days; toss again before serving.