Alpha Gal Friendly Cucumber Dill Salad
Crisp, bright, and loaded with fresh herb flavor, this cucumber salad is the kind of side dish that disappears fast at any table. The cucumbers get a quick salt-and-drain treatment that pulls out excess moisture, so every bite stays satisfyingly crunchy rather than watery. A simple whisked dressing of apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey brings just the right balance of tang and sweetness without leaning on anything that could cause concern for those managing an alpha-gal sensitivity. Every single ingredient here is plant-based or plant-derived, which means no hidden mammalian products to stress over — just clean, whole-food goodness. Fresh dill is the real star, giving the salad that cool, garden-fresh character that pairs beautifully with the sharp bite of red onion. Toss in the optional chives if you have them on hand, because they add a gentle oniony lift that rounds everything out. Serve it right away for maximum crunch, or let it chill briefly and let the flavors meld — either way, it's an effortless crowd-pleaser.
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4 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ small red onion, very thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander set over the sink, toss with the sea salt, and let them drain for 15 minutes. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- 2
While the cucumbers drain, combine the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and honey in a large mixing bowl and whisk until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
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