Gin-Infused Cucumber Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

A crisp and refreshing salad with gin, cucumber, and a tangy dressing that balances sweet and savory flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs cucumber, red onion, gin into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 500g cucumber
• 100g red onion
• 30ml gin
• 40ml olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice 500g cucumber into 1cm cubes and finely slice 100g red onion. Place in a large bowl.
2. Step 2: In a separate jar, combine 30ml gin, 40ml olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Shake vigorously until the honey is fully dissolved.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion, tossing thoroughly to coat. Let refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.