✨ Fresh Cucumber & Beet Salad
“After 30 days of eating it, my skin and hair felt like they were reborn.”
📝 Description
This refreshing cucumber and beet salad is light, vibrant, and deeply nourishing. Packed with antioxidants, hydration, and skin-loving nutrients, it’s the kind of everyday recipe that quietly works wonders from the inside out. Crisp cucumber meets earthy-sweet beets, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing—simple, clean, and incredibly effective.
Perfect as a side dish, detox salad, or a daily beauty-boost bowl.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 medium beets, cooked, peeled & thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber and beets.
- Add chopped dill and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before serving for maximum flavor.
💡 Notes
- Use gloves when handling beets to avoid staining.
- Chill before serving for extra freshness.
- Thin slicing helps better digestion and flavor absorption.
🌟 Tips for Best Results
- Steam or roast beets instead of boiling to preserve nutrients
- Add a pinch of ground cumin or chia seeds for an extra health boost
- For protein, add feta cheese or chickpeas
- Eat consistently (3–4 times a week) for visible results
🍽️ Servings
- Serves: 2–3 people
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
🧮 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Healthy Fats: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Vitamin C: 35% DV
- Iron & Folate: High
- Antioxidants: Very High
🌿 Health & Beauty Benefits
- ✨ Promotes clear, glowing skin
- 💇♀️ Supports stronger, shinier hair
- 💧 Deeply hydrates the body
- ❤️ Improves blood circulation
- 🧠 Supports detox & gut health
- 🔥 Reduces inflammation naturally
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I eat this daily?
A: Yes! It’s gentle, hydrating, and perfect for daily or alternate-day consumption.
Q: Can I use raw beets?
A: You can, but cooked beets are easier to digest and absorb.
Q: How long does it last in the fridge?
A: Up to 24 hours in an airtight container.
Q: Is this good for weight loss?
A: Absolutely—low-calorie, high-fiber, and very filling.