Fresh cucumbers with pomegranate, herbs, and citrus dressing create a vibrant, festive holiday dish.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced into rounds
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
→ Fruit
04 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
→ Herbs
05 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Garnish
11 - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large bowl, mix cucumber slices, red onion, red bell pepper, pomegranate seeds, and parsley.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure even coating.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top if desired.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour to enhance flavors.
