Description
A refreshing and crunchy viral cucumber pepper salad featuring Persian cucumbers, sweet mini bell peppers, and vibrant carrot ribbons tossed in a savory Asian miso ginger dressing with a spicy kick of chili crunch oil and a flavorful sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning. This quick and easy salad is perfect as a light side or a healthy snack, ready in just 10 minutes and served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4–5 Persian cucumbers, cut into rounds
- 7–8 mini sweet bell peppers, sliced into rings
- 2 large carrots, cut into ribbons or small pieces
- 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
Dressing and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Asian miso ginger dressing (any brand)
- 1 tablespoon chili crunch oil
- 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning, plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Start by chopping the Persian cucumbers into rounds, slicing the mini sweet bell peppers into rings, peeling or cutting the carrots into ribbons or small pieces, and thinly slicing the shallot. Combine all the vegetables evenly in a large bowl to ensure every bite has a balance of crunch and color.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the 1/4 cup of Asian miso ginger dressing over the mixed vegetables. Use a large spoon or salad tongs to toss everything thoroughly, making sure the vegetables are well coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Season and Spice: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of chili crunch oil over the salad, and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning. Toss again gently so that the spicy oil and seasoning evenly distribute throughout the salad, enhancing its taste with layers of flavor.
- Finish and Serve: For an extra crunch and burst of flavor, sprinkle more everything bagel seasoning on top before serving. You can enjoy the salad immediately for a crisp texture or refrigerate it for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill, tossing again before serving for a more marinated experience.
Notes
- Use Persian cucumbers for their thin skin and small seeds, which add to the salad’s delicate crunch and easy eating experience.
- The Asian miso ginger dressing can be substituted with any similar savory ginger-based dressing if unavailable.
- Adjust the amount of chili crunch oil based on your preferred spice level.
- The salad tastes best when served chilled but can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Everything bagel seasoning adds a savory, garlicky crunch, but can be omitted if a milder seasoning is preferred.
- For a vegan version, confirm the miso ginger dressing and chili crunch oil do not contain animal products.
