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Cucumber and onion salad

This crisp and tangy salad is not only easy to make, it's a refreshing menu addition for people who have had weight loss surgery.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups thinly sliced, unpeeled cucumbers (sliced lengthwise*)
1/2 cup peeled and thinly sliced red onion
1/3 cup SPLENDA® no calorie sweetener, granulated
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Toss cucumbers and onions together in medium bowl (Non-alumimun works best). Set aside.
2. Whisk together remaining ingredients in separate bowl until blended.  Pour over cucumbers and onions.
3. Cover and chill 2 hours; stir several times.

* Note: To quickly slice cucumbers lengthwise, use a mandoline. Or you may slice them into thin disks.

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First published: 07/01/2008
Last updated: 08/27/2008

Reviewed by: Allina Patient Education