This crisp and refreshing Cucumber Salad is loaded with vibrant flavors from fresh herbs and a tangy homemade dressing. It’s the perfect way to add a bright, flavorful touch to any meal.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Cucumber Salad Recipe
• 🛒 Ingredients for Cucumber Salad
• 🔪 How to Make Easy Cucumber Salad
• 💡 Tips for Making Cucumber Salad
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 What to Serve with Fresh Cucumber Salad
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• Why is My Cucumber Salad Watery?
• Can I Use This Salad as a Topping?
• Are Cucumbers Good for You?
• Shouldn’t I Peel The Cucumbers for This Salad?
• 🍽️ More Healthy Salad Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Cucumber Salad Recipe

• Fresh crisp and refreshing cucumbers and red onion
• Crunchy toasted pine nuts
• Mix of fresh herbs
• Tossed in an easy homemade dressing
• Perfect quick salad
• Vegan and low carb

This cucumber Salad is a refreshing mix of crisp veggies, vibrant herbs, and a tangy homemade dressing. Thinly sliced cucumbers, red onions, and toasted pine nuts combine in a light, flavorful dish that’s as fresh as it gets. It’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

This salad is bright, crisp, and loaded with so much flavor, but still feels light and fresh. One bite and you'll see why it's the kind of side dish that everyone reaches for. Whether you’re tossing it together for dinner or bringing it to a BBQ, it’s always a hit.

If you love this recipe, you should also try these other tasty cucumber salad recipes:

• Thai Cucumber Salad
• Creamy Cucumber Salad
• Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

🛒 Ingredients for Cucumber Salad

• Cucumbers
• Red onion
• Pine nuts
• Dill
• Chives
• Mint
• Apple cider vinegar
• Olive oil
• Sugar-free honey (or agave if Vegan)
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Mixing bowl
• Salad dressing shaker

🔪 How to Make Easy Cucumber Salad

To Make the Dressing

Add the dressing ingredients in a salad dressing shaker cup.

Shake until well combined and emulsified, then set aside.

To Make the Salad

Wash, dry and slice the cucumbers thinly.

Add the cucumbers to a large mixing bowl.

Cut the red onion into thin slices.

Add the red onion, toasted pine nuts, chopped dill, chives and mint in the bowl with the cucumbers.

Pour the dressing over the top.

Toss to combine, making sure everything is coated with the dressing.

You can either serve immediately or chill it in the fridge for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

💡 Tips for Making Cucumber Salad

• Use English cucumbers: They’re less watery and have thinner skins, making them ideal for this recipe.

• Slice cucumbers evenly: A mandoline slicer helps create thin and consistent thickness. It also helps to zip through the slicing process quickly.

• Toast the pine nuts: Toasting brings out their nutty flavor, so you really don’t want to skip this step.

• Mix dressing separately: Shaking the dressing ensures it’s evenly emulsified before pouring it over the salad.

• Chill the salad: Let the salad rest in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Store leftover cucumber salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days. I do not recommend freezing it because the cucumbers and herbs will lose their texture when thawed.

🍴 What to Serve with Fresh Cucumber Salad

This is the kind of salad that is delicious with any main course. Here are some of my most popular choices:

• Mahi Mahi Tacos
• Chicken Enchiladas
• Chicken Fajita Casserole
• Chicken Tinga
• Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa
• Air Fryer Pesto Salmon
• Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
• Salmon Patties
• Paprika Chicken Thighs

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Swap the vinegar: Feel free to use rice vinegar or white wine vinegar for a slightly different tang.

• Add feta cheese: Crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty element to the salad.

• Include avocado: Slices of avocado give the salad a creamy texture and extra flavor.

• Try different herbs: Basil or parsley can replace or complement the dill, chives, and mint.

• Seeds: Add sesame seeds or sunflower seeds for an extra crunch.

• Tomatoes: Throw in some cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and added sweetness.

Why is My Cucumber Salad Watery?

Cucumbers naturally release water. If you’re making it several hours ahead of time, the best way to prevent that, is to slice the cucumbers and sprinkle them with a little salt. Place them in a colander for half an hour, so they can release some of their moisture.

Can I Use This Salad as a Topping?

Yes, this cucumber salad makes a fresh and tasty topping for grilled fish, chicken, or even as a filler for veggie wraps.

Are Cucumbers Good for You?

Absolutely! Not only are cucumbers low carb and low calorie, but cucumbers are also rich in vitamins and minerals. They are a great source of vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, vitamin C, folic acid, iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium!

Shouldn’t I Peel The Cucumbers for This Salad?

It is not necessary. I use English cucumbers in this recipe, which have thin skins, so you do not have to peel them completely. Plus, the peeling contains a good bit of fiber and nutrients you lose out on.

🍽️ More Healthy Salad Recipes

• Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
• Greek Quinoa Salad
• Pickled Beet Salad
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Easy Italian Pasta Salad
• Chicken Caesar Salad