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Cucumber salad recipe in a white bowl with red onion, dill, and light vinegar dressing for weight loss

Weight-Loss-Friendly Cucumber Salad

A crisp, refreshing cucumber salad with a light vinegar-sesame dressing — low in calories, big on flavor, and ready in under 30 minutes. The perfect side dish for anyone watching their weight without sacrificing taste.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine Asian-Inspired, American
Servings 4
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp knife for thin, even cucumber slices
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Mixing bowl large enough to toss cucumbers freely
  • 1 Colander for draining salted cucumbers
  • 1 Paper towels to pat cucumbers dry
  • 1 Whisk for the dressing
  • 1 Measuring Spoons optional

Ingredients
  

  • 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced large
  • 1/2 salt salt for salting/draining
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • black pepper to taste, optional

Instructions
 

  • Slice the cucumbers thinly and toss them with the salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Let the cucumbers sit for 15–20 minutes to release excess water.
  • Drain the cucumbers in a colander, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil.
  • Add the drained cucumbers, red onion, and fresh dill (or mint) to the dressing and toss to combine.
  • Season with black pepper to taste, then chill in the fridge for at least 10 minutes before serving.
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