Description
A light, refreshing summer salad featuring juicy nectarines and crisp cucumber, dressed in a zesty vinaigrette. Perfect as a side or light main with optional toppings like cheese, herbs, and nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe nectarines, thinly sliced
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ red onion, sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or white wine vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional Add-ons:
- Feta, goat cheese, or burrata
- Fresh mint, basil, or cilantro
- Jalapeño or red chili slices
- Toasted almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Thinly slice nectarines and cucumber. Use a mandoline for even results if desired.
- Soak red onion slices in cold water for 10 minutes (optional) to reduce sharpness.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, and pepper.
- Arrange sliced nectarines and cucumber in a shallow bowl or serving platter.
- Add any extras like cheese, herbs, chili, or nuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Serve chilled. Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
This salad is best served fresh. Customize with your favorite herbs or toppings based on what’s in season.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: nectarine salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, vegetarian, no-cook recipe