Green Grape Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 400g green grapes (seedless or with seeds removed)
• 1 large cucumber (about 200g)
• 1 red bell pepper
• 100g red onion
• 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. sugar or honey (optional)
• Fresh herbs such as basil or mint (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: None (this is a raw food salad)

Difficulty Level:

Level 2 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Thoroughly wash and dry the grapes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
2. Cut the cucumber into thin slices or dice it.
3. Remove the seeds from the bell pepper and cut into small pieces.
4. Slice the red onion thinly.
5. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the fresh herbs. Toss gently to mix thoroughly.
6. Add the fresh herbs, if using, and mix lightly.
7. Serve immediately or chill for later consumption.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the caloric content may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: About 200 per serving (assuming a serving size of about 1 cup)
• Carbohydrates: Grapes and cucumber provide natural sugars.
• Protein: Small amounts from grapes and vegetables.
• Fat: From olive oil.
• Fiber: Good source of fiber from fruits and vegetables.
• Vitamins and Minerals: Provides various vitamins and minerals due to the variety of fruits and vegetables.

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and light flavor, with a slight tang from the lemon juice and olive oil.
• Crispy texture from the cucumber and grapes.
• Colorful and visually appealing due to the combination of red, green, and purple colors from the ingredients.

User Comments:

1. "This salad is refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day."
2. "The combination of flavors is unique and really works well together."
3. "I added some feta cheese for a richer flavor and it was delicious."
4. "I love how easy this salad is to make but still so impressive."
5. "Great as a side dish or even as a main course for a lighter meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and texture.
• Thoroughly wash all fruits and vegetables before use to remove any impurities or pesticides.
• Adjust the dressing according to your taste, adding more lemon juice or olive oil if desired.
• If not serving immediately, chill the salad in the refrigerator but bring to room temperature before serving to ensure best flavor.