Simple Vegetable Salad Recipe
Description:
A fresh and crunchy vegetable salad that’s quick to prepare and loaded with vitamins and minerals. Perfect as a side dish, light lunch, or healthy snack. This salad is raw, vegan, gluten-free, and can be customized to your taste.
Ingredients:
Serves: 2–3 people
1 cup cucumber (sliced or diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved) or regular tomato (chopped)
½ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
½ cup carrots (grated or thinly sliced)
½ cup bell peppers (any color, chopped)
¼ cup fresh coriander or parsley (chopped)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Optional: a pinch of chaat masala, red chili flakes, or a few lettuce/spinach leaves
Instructions:
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water.
Chop or slice cucumber, tomatoes, onion, carrot, and bell peppers as per your preferred size.
Place all chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
Add lemon juice, olive oil (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Toss everything well until all veggies are coated evenly.
Garnish with chopped coriander or parsley.
Serve immediately for the best crunch and freshness.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving, approx.):
Nutrient Amount
Calories 90 kcal
Carbohydrates 12 g
Protein 2 g
Fat 4 g (with olive oil)
Fiber 4 g
Vitamin C 70% DV
Vitamin A 60% DV
Potassium 350 mg
Sodium Varies by salt
(DV = Daily Value based on a 2000-calorie diet)
Preparation Time:
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Cooking required: No
Q&A:
Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes, but it’s best eaten fresh. If storing, avoid adding salt and lemon juice until serving time to prevent sogginess.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Absolutely! Try adding beetroot, radish, corn, or even steamed broccoli.
Q: What can I use instead of olive oil?
A: You can skip oil completely or use yogurt, tahini, or a light vinaigrette.
Q: Is this salad good for weight loss?
A: Yes. It’s low in calories, high in fiber, and keeps you full.
Q: Can kids eat this salad?
A: Yes, just reduce onion and spices. You can even add a little grated cheese or boiled corn to make it more app
ealing.