Crisp lettuce, cucumber and walnut salad with olive oil and spices

Freshen up your meals with this delicious Crisp Lettuce, Cucumber, and Walnut Salad. Combining 5.25 cups of crisp lettuce, 2 hydrating cucumbers, a drizzle of olive oil, and a hint of salt and black pepper, this salad is garnished with 1/4 cup of crunchy walnuts for a nutritious, flavorful crunch. Perfect as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish!

  • 02 May 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 2 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Crisp lettuce, cucumber and walnut salad with olive oil and spices

Welcome to a simple yet delicious salad recipe featuring crisp lettuce, refreshing cucumbers, and crunchy walnuts, all brought together with a drizzle of olive oil and a hint of spices. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish to complement your main course. Not only is it easy to make, but it's also packed with nutrients and flavors.

Ingredients:

5.25 cups lettuce
150g
2 cucumbers
400g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g
1/4 cup walnuts
30g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lettuce:
- Wash and dry the lettuce thoroughly.
- Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-size pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Prepare the Cucumbers:
- Peel the cucumbers to remove the skin.
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons and add them to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
3. Add the Walnuts:
- Roughly chop the walnuts into smaller pieces if needed.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the lettuce and cucumber mixture.
4. Season the Salad:
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salad ingredients.
- Add a dash of salt and a dash of black pepper to taste.
5. Toss the Salad:
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and the olive oil is evenly distributed.
6. Serve:
- Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or light meal.

Tips:

- Make sure to wash and dry the lettuce thoroughly to remove any dirt and to keep the salad fresh and crisp.

- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or your favorite vinegar to the olive oil dressing.

- To enhance the texture and flavor of the walnuts, try toasting them lightly in a pan before adding them to the salad.

- Feel free to experiment with additional spices or fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, to customize the salad to your taste preferences.

And there you have it - a quick and easy Crisp Lettuce, Cucumber, and Walnut Salad that's sure to be a hit at any meal. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple spices creates a delightful and nutritious dish. Enjoy it as a standalone salad or pair it with your favorite entrees.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size300 grams
Energy
Calories 140kcal7%
Protein
Protein 4.54g3%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 11g3%
Fiber 2.95g8%
Sugar 4.31g4%
Fat
Fat 16g20%
Saturated 1.93g6%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 280ug31%
Choline 27mg5%
Vitamin B1 0.16mg13%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg11%
Vitamin B3 0.64mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.23mg13%
Vitamin B9 54ug14%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 13mg14%
Vitamin E 0.32mg2%
Vitamin K 130ug105%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 70mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.34mg37%
Iron, Fe 1.63mg15%
Magnesium, Mg 60mg14%
Phosphorus, P 120mg10%
Potassium, K 500mg15%
Selenium, Se 1.76ug3%
Sodium, Na 100mg7%
Zinc, Zn 0.99mg9%
Water
Water 260g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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