The Weight Watchers Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is a healthy and tempting dish. It goes with any type of meal and is accessible to all. This salad is created with colorful mini bell peppers, cucumbers, and sesame ginger dressing. The salad items have been carefully picked to adhere to Weight Watchers rules. It is a good option for anyone searching for a pleasant and nutritious meal because of its balanced ingredients. You can savor its taste in any season.
You should make this cucumber salad at home because it is easy, colorful, and pleasant. This salad is delicious because it combines the cucumbers with the rich taste of vibrant bell peppers. Just a few essential items and a little preparation time will enable you to produce a visually appealing and nourishing cuisine that will delight your guests and your palate.
Let’s create the salad with the instructions (mentioned below).
STATS
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Side dish
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Weight Watchers
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 10 mins
EQUIPMENT
- One knife
- 1 normal-sized bowl
- One spoon
- Serving cup
INGREDIENTS
- 5 to 6 mixed colorful small-sized sweet bell peppers
- Persian cucumbers 2, small
- Sesame ginger dressing two tablespoon
- One to two tbsp of chili oil
- Everything but the bagel seasoning two tbsp
INSTRUCTIONS
- Rinse the bell peppers and cucumbers with tap water.
- By using a knife, cut the Persian cucumbers into round sizes.
- Then, divide the colorful mini bell peppers into circular pieces.
- Next, add bell peppers and round cucumbers to a bowl.
- After that, add bagel seasoning, sesame ginger dressing, and chili oil to the bowl.
- By using a spoon, toss all the salad items with the seasonings.
- Add more seasoning or dressing after tasting, if required.
- The tasty and nutritious Weight Watchers Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is ready.
- Shift the salad to a serving cup and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Pair the colorful salad with white grilled fish or lean steaks.
- This salad complements roasted or pan-sheared chicken or turkey.
- Enjoy it with lightly seasoned couscous or hot lentil soup.
- Hard-boiled eggs also work with this salad.
- Accompany this salad with diet soda or sparkling water.
TIPS
- Choose less seed cucumbers such as Persian cucumbers.
- Utilize a variety of mixed bell peppers such as orange, yellow, or red for visual appeal.
- Incorporate fresh herbs such as cilantro or mint into the salad.
- Experiment with different seasonings like paprika, everything bagel seasoning, or onion powder.
- Add protein-rich items such as cooked chicken, grilled turkey, or beef steak to the salad.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- Save the cucumber bell pepper salad in a tightly covered box and refrigerate it for one to two days.
Freezer:
- It is not advisable to freeze this kind of salad. Because the high water content of bell peppers and cucumbers will cause them to thaw with an unappealing mushy texture.
FAQs
What kind of sweet peppers are the best?
- Mini-sweet bell peppers (yellow, orange, or red) are used due to their crunch and sweetness. Large bell peppers can also be utilized.
Can I prepare this salad with other vegetables?
- Yes, you can include low-calorie veggies like celery, red onions, cherry tomatoes, and even shredded carrots. These veggies will add a little bit amount of extra points.
Which type of cucumbers will be used to prepare this salad?
- Persian cucumbers also known as mini cucumbers are frequently preferred because of their tiny seeds and thin skin. You can also use English cucumbers for this salad recipe.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING
Total servings 4 salad cups
Total Calories 109 kcal
Carbohydrates 11 g
Protein 2 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Fat 8 g
Sugar 7 g
Iron 1 mg
Calcium 16 mg
Each serving of the Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad has three (3) Weight Watchers points.