Experience the positively delicious flavors of the Sunshine State with our Florida Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad. This refreshing dish combines the crisp, cool taste of locally-sourced cucumbers with the sweet, vibrant crunch of Florida-grown peppers. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side to your favorite meal, this salad promises a delightful burst of freshness in every bite. Enjoy the best of Florida’s produce in a salad that’s as colorful and inviting as it is delicious.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Florida bell peppers (or 12 small sweet peppers), seeds removed and sliced thin (a variety of colored peppers is recommended)
  • 2 Florida cucumbers
  • 1 red onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped fine
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (basil, thyme, oregano or mint)
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

PREPARATION

Add all ingredients, except the salt and pepper, to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Lightly toss all ingredients to coat. Taste salad and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Keep refrigerated and serve cold.

 

Source: Fresh from Florida, followfreshfromflorida.com