Looking for a fresh, crisp, and energizing breakfast alternative? This morning cucumber salad is the perfect way to hydrate your body, awaken your senses, and nourish yourself without feeling heavy. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s ideal for busy mornings or anyone craving something light yet satisfying.
🥗 Ingredients
- 2–3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 handful fresh dill, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Thinly sliced red onion or crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor
👨🍳 Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers
- Use a mandoline or sharp knife to get ultra-thin slices.
- If using, thinly slice a small red onion for added crunch and zest.
- Whisk the dressing
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Toss the salad
- Add the cucumbers (and red onion if using) to the dressing. Gently toss to coat evenly.
- Add dill
- Sprinkle in the chopped fresh dill and toss again. This herb adds brightness and a subtle hint of anise.
- Optional: Add feta
- Top with a light sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, tangy contrast.
- Serve immediately
- Best enjoyed fresh to preserve the crispness of the cucumbers.
✅ Why This Salad Is Perfect for Your Morning Routine
- 💧 Hydrating: Cucumbers are over 95% water, helping you rehydrate after sleep.
- 🕒 Quick & Easy: Minimal prep and no cooking required—ready in 10 minutes.
- 🧘 Light Yet Nourishing: Low in calories, high in antioxidants, fiber, and flavor.
- 🌿 Naturally Detoxifying: Lemon and cucumber together support digestion and alkalinity.
🍽️ Serving Tips
- Enjoy on its own with a cup of herbal tea or lemon water
- Serve alongside eggs or toast for a more balanced breakfast
- Add avocado slices or chickpeas for extra nutrition
Start your day the crisp and clean way with this easy cucumber salad—you’ll feel refreshed, satisfied, and ready to take on whatever the morning brings. 🌞🥒
