DESCRIPTION:
This refreshing cucumber salad is creamy, slightly sweet, and full of fresh flavors. It’s perfect as a light side dish for lunch, dinner, or summer meals. Easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients, this salad is both healthy and delicious.
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 small cucumbers, sliced
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Wash and peel the cucumbers if needed, then slice them thinly.
- Grate the carrot and chop the tomato into small pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, carrot, tomato, onion, and eggs.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, vinegar, and honey until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and mix gently.
- Add salt and black pepper according to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
TIPS:
- For extra crunch, add chopped lettuce or cabbage.
- You can replace mayonnaise with yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder for more flavor.
- Serve fresh for the best taste and texture.
- Store in an airtight container and use within 24 hours.