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
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:
Instructions:
- Wash and dry the lettuce thoroughly.
- Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-size pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 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.
- Roughly chop the walnuts into smaller pieces if needed.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the lettuce and cucumber mixture.
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salad ingredients.
- Add a dash of salt and a dash of black pepper to taste.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and the olive oil is evenly distributed.
- 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 Size | 300 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 140kcal | 7% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.54g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 11g | 3% |
| Fiber 2.95g | 8% |
| Sugar 4.31g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 16g | 20% |
| Saturated 1.93g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 280ug | 31% |
| Choline 27mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 0.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.15mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 0.64mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.23mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B9 54ug | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E 0.32mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 130ug | 105% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 6% |
| Copper, Cu 0.34mg | 37% |
| Iron, Fe 1.63mg | 15% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus, P 120mg | 10% |
| Potassium, K 500mg | 15% |
| Selenium, Se 1.76ug | 3% |
| Sodium, Na 100mg | 7% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.99mg | 9% |
| 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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