Cucumber Salad with Cranberries and Pecans
Cucumber Salad with Cranberries and Pecans is a refreshing, vibrant dish that perfectly balances the crunch of fresh cucumbers, the sweet-tart flavor of cranberries, and the nutty richness of pecans. This easy-to-make salad is ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light main course. With its beautiful colors and delightful taste, it’s sure to impress at any table while also being a nutritious choice for your meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Finely chop the red onion. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, red onion, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar until well blended. Optionally, add salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light main course.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 87mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg