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Viral TikTok Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad

Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Carbs 14g
A crispy, crunchy salad that's packed with refreshing veggies is the perfect way to stay cool during the warmer months. And what better way to enjoy your veggies than with my Viral TikTok Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad? This salad is hydrating thanks to the Persian cucumbers, sweet and crunchy thanks to the sweet peppers, and comes together in only 5 minutes. It's the perfect healthy and delicious snack!

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Nicole Modic

September 5, 2025
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    A crispy, crunchy salad that’s packed with refreshing veggies is the perfect way to stay cool during the warmer months. And what better way to enjoy your veggies than with my Viral TikTok Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad? This salad is hydrating thanks to the Persian cucumbers, sweet and crunchy thanks to the sweet peppers, and comes together in only 5 minutes. It’s the perfect healthy and delicious snack!

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    Friends, I have a confession to make: I’ve never met a cucumber salad that I didn’t like. It’s true! In fact, I may be a little bit obsessed with cucumber salads. After all, who doesn’t love a salad that doesn’t get soggy with time?

    From my thin and crispy Creamy Cucumber Salad, to my nostalgic Armenian Cucumber & Tomato Salad, cucumber salad recipes are my favorite, particularly in the summertime. Not only are they cool and refreshing, but cucumbers are packed with water, making them hydrating for the body. And what happens when we get in more hydration? Our skin begins to GLOW. And I don’t know about you, but I am all about having glowing skin, all summer long. No makeup needed!

    This salad recipe came from the amazing Rachael Kirkconnell who recently took TikTok by STORM with this creation. As soon as I saw her recipe, I knew that I had to try it out. And truth be told, it may just be my favorite cucumber salad recipe yet.

    So whether you’re looking to have glowing skin this summer, or are just looking for a delicious recipe that comes together in just 5 minutes, then I’ve got you covered with this recipe! It’s quick, it’s simple, and it’s sure to make you glow from the inside out.

    All of the ingredients needed to make this cucumber sweet pepper salad, laid out on a countertop
    To make this salad, you will need Persian cucumbers, mini sweet peppers, miso ginger dressing, everything but the bagel seasoning, and chili crunch seasoning
    A bowl with all of the ingredients needed to make this cucumber sweet pepper salad, laid out in a bowl
    Start by cutting up your veggies and add them to a bowl alongside the seasonings.

    You Only Need 5 Ingredients to Make This Viral Salad

    Would you believe me if I told you that you only need 5 ingredients in order to bring this viral salad recipe to life? It’s true!

    • Persian Cucumbers: I love using Persian cucumbers in this recipe, because they are smaller and crunchier than traditional cucumbers! Plus, they’re a tad sweeter, which adds the perfect flavor to this recipe.
    • Mini Sweet Peppers: These mini peppers are sweet, crunchy, and delicious. They’re not super spicy, but they pack tons of delicious flavor into this recipe!
    • Miso Ginger Dressing: The miso ginger dressing is what truly takes this recipe to the next level. You can definitely use a store-bought dressing (this one from Amazon is absolutely delicious!) Or, if you want to take this recipe to the next level, try using my Easy 5-Minute Carrot Miso Ginger Dressing.
    • Everything But the Bagel Seasoning: This simple seasoning is packed with flavor to take your salad to the next level! I get mine from Trader Joe’s, but you can also get it in bulk off of Amazon.
    • Chili Crunch: If you haven’t tried a chili crunch topping yet, then what are you doing!? This delicious seasonings adds the perfect amount of heat to this recipe, and is buildable, so you can truly add as much as you’d like, depending on how spicy you like it!
    A bowl of the cut up cucumber and sweet pepper salad ingredients, with the dressing actively being poured over it
    Next, pour your dressing on top of the veggies and toss to combine!

    The Ultimate Homemade Dressing to Kick This Salad Up a Notch

    And if you really want to take this salad to the next level, swap out the store-bought Miso Ginger dressing for my homemade version!

    This variation takes only five minutes to whip up, and is packed with veggies to make it filling, healthy, and crave-worthy! It’s a recipe taken straight from my cookbook, and it pairs perfectly with this salad recipe.

    A bowl of the cucumber sweet pepper salad sitting on a countertop with a spoon sitting in it

    Three Steps to Making This Simple & Easy Salad

    Making this salad is so simple and easy, it’s perfect to throw together in a pinch! Simply start by slicing your cucumbers and mini sweet peppers and add them to a large bowl.

    Next, pour your dressing, everything but the bagel seasoning, and chili crunch on top and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Once done, serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to one week.

    If you make this recipe, please be sure to leave a review and rating below! To see more recipes and behind the scenes, follow along on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube! I’m also now on Pinterest, so stop by and take a look at what’s new.

    ** Photography by Tanya Pilgrim
    A big pot of the cucumber sweet pepper salad, sitting on a countertop with spoons sitting in the bowl

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    5 from 1 vote

    Viral TikTok Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad

    • Dairy Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Grain Free
    • Nut Free
    • Paleo Friendly
    • Refined Sugar Free
    • Vegan
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    A crispy, crunchy salad that's packed with refreshing veggies is the perfect way to stay cool during the warmer months. And what better way to enjoy your veggies than with my Viral TikTok Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad? This salad is hydrating thanks to the Persian cucumbers, sweet and crunchy thanks to the sweet peppers, and comes together in only 5 minutes. It's the perfect healthy and delicious snack!
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    Ingredients

    • Persian Cucumbers
    • Mini Sweet Peppers
    • ½ Cup Miso Ginger Dressing, you can use a store-bought version or make your own using my simple and easy recipe!
    • Everything But the Bagel Seasoning, to taste
    • Chili Crunch, you can make your own or use a store-bought version- both Trader Joe's and Momofuku make great options!

    Instructions 

    1. Start by slicing your cucumbers and mini sweet peppers and add them to a large bowl.
    2. Next, pour your dressing, everything but the bagel seasoning, and chili crunch on top and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
    3. Once done, serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to one week.
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    Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSodium: 3098mg
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    1. Katie
      August 1, 2024

      THANK YOU for teaching more ways to enjoy peppers!

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    2. mike zielonka
      August 1, 2024

      5 stars
      This worked exactly as written, thanks!

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      1. kalejunkie
        August 4, 2024

        I am so happy to hear that, Mike! Thank you for giving it a shot!

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