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Cucumber Salad Crunch Snack
Cool, crisp cucumber slices tossed with a bright vinegar-and-sugar dressing and a hit of red pepper flakes. Ready to eat in 5 minutes—no cooking required.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 28
- Protein
- 1g

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice cucumber into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.
Step 2
Place slices in a bowl. Add vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, and salt.
Step 3
Toss until the dressing coats all the slices. Let sit 1–2 minutes for flavors to meld.
Step 4
Taste and adjust salt or vinegar if needed. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- medium bowl
- spoon
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