Cool as a Cucumber Salad
This is sooooooooooooo easy, and cukes are in season.
In a small saucepan bring to a simmer for 5 minutes:
- 1/4 cup vinegar (white)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar (you can use a wee bit less, please no substitutions)
Remove from heat and let it cool to room temp. Meanwhile combine in a bowl:
- 3-5 cucumbers, sliced about 3/8 -1/4 inch thick*
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion (only if you like it)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Toss with cooled dressing. When ready to serve add:
- 1 cup chopped roasted peanuts
* If you are using small organic cukes, just wash and slice. If you are using larger cukes, please peel them, as the flesh will be bitter and waxy. Make a judgement call, if the seeds are large and prolific, scrape them out with a spoon.
If you are feeling adventurous:Feel free to add red pepper flakes or chopped fresh mint as well. This salad makes a nice relish simply by chopping the cucumber in a small fine dice.
