The Vegan Anti-Inflammatory Pickled Cucumber Onion & Bell Pepper Salad is tasty and has 85 kcal per serving. This salad takes 1 hour 15 minutes to prepare, and you may serve it at holidays, events, functions, feasts, lunches, festivals, or dinners. It contains cucumbers, red onion, bell pepper, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, turmeric, garlic, black pepper, maple syrup, and parsley. We may pair this salad with a brown rice bowl, hummus wrap, falafel wrap, lentil patties, vegan hot dogs, tomato soup, grilled vegetable panini, or avocado toast. You may keep this Vegan Anti-Inflammatory Pickled Cucumber Onion & Bell Pepper Salad in the refrigerator for five days.
STATS:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Chilling Time: 1 hour
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Course: Salad
- Cooking Time: Nil
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring cups
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Glass jar
- Mixing spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- One medium sliced red onion
- 2 medium sliced cucumbers
- One large sliced red bell pepper
- Quarter cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- Two tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp. ground turmeric
- Quarter tsp. ground black pepper
- 1 minced garlic clove
- Half tsp. sea salt
- 1 tsp. maple syrup
- One tbsp. parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CUCUMBER:
- This is the main component that includes a fresh, crunchy base. It has a good quantity of water that makes the salad hydrating. A cucumber absorbs the pickling liquid very well. You may use English cucumber, mini cucumbers, or Persian cucumbers as per your choice.
RED ONION:
- Red onion gives a sharp and sweet taste to the salad. The onions get milder and give pleasant tanginess after pickling. You may use white onion as an alternative.
RED BELL PEPPER:
- It is the main component that gives natural sweetness. Red bell pepper includes vitamin C and antioxidants to make the immune system healthy. You may use a yellow bell pepper as another idea.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:
- Apple cider vinegar makes the pickling liquid and includes a signature tangy taste. It keeps the vegetables and adds brightness. Use white wine vinegar as per your choice.
LEMON JUICE:
- It gives a fresh citrus taste to the vinegar. Lemon juice makes the salad taste lighter. Lime juice is also a good alternative to use.
MAPLE SYRUP:
- Maple syrup maintains the acidity and sharpness of the vinegar and lemon juice. You may use date syrup as another idea.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, wash the vegetables properly.
- Then slice the cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Put all the sliced vegetables in the large mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk apple cider vinegar, salt, olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric, black pepper, garlic, and maple syrup.
- Include the dressing on the vegetables and add chopped parsley as well.
- Mix everything to coat all the vegetables, then add the salad to a glass jar.
- Lastly, chill the salad for one hour.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MAIN:
- Grilled Tofu Steaks
- Lentil Patties
- Chickpea Burgers
- Vegan Stuffed Peppers
- Baked Falafel
GRAIN BOWL:
- Quinoa Buddha
- Brown Rice
- Farro Grain
- Millet
- Couscous Salad Bowl
SANDWICH & WRAP:
- Hummus Wrap
- Veggie Sandwich
- Falafel Wrap
- Grilled Vegetable Panini
- Vegan Shawarma Wrap
BBQ & PICNIC:
- Vegan Hot Dogs
- Black Bean Burgers
- Vegetable Skewers
- Portobello Mushroom Burgers
LUNCH:
- Tomato Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Avocado Toast
- Green Salad
- Roasted Chickpeas
TIPS:
- Use thinly sliced vegetables for faster pickling.
- Chill the salad for one hour before serving.
- For best taste, use fresh lemon juice.
- Make it one day in advance for better results.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the salad in the vessel for five days.
FREEZER:
- Freezing this recipe is not recommended.
FAQs:
Is this salad spicy?
- No, it contains a mild tangy taste.
Can I make this salad early?
- It is good to keep for later use.
Are different vegetables good to use?
- Yes, you may use carrots, radish, cabbage, or celery as per your choice.
Is oil important in this salad?
- You may skip olive oil as per your choice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 8 grams
Iron: 0.8 mg
Total Carbs: 10 grams
Calories: 85 kcal
Vitamin A: 1,850 IU
Fiber: 2 grams
Calcium: 35 mg
Protein: 1.5 grams
Sodium: 320 mg
Potassium: 290 milligrams
