EASY CUCUMBER, PEACH, AND BASIL SALAD
Cool, crunchy cucumbers combined with sweet, juicy peaches and dressed in a peppery basil vinaigrette is a great way to make the most of summer and all its gorgeous flavors. This refreshing salad is easy to make and goes great with grilled meat.
Provided by Kalisa Marie Martin
Categories Brunch Lunch Salad Side Dish Quick and Easy
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prep the vegetables: Add the chopped peaches and cucumbers to a large bowl.
- Make the vinaigrette: In the bowl or a mini food processor or blender, combine the oil, vinegar, lime zest and juice, honey, basil, salt and pepper. Pulse until the basil is finely chopped and the vinaigrette is completely emulsified.
- Dress the produce: Pour the vinaigrette over the peach and cucumber mixture. Stir to coat evenly.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with torn basil leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 20 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SAVORY PEACH AND CUCUMBER SALAD
This is the time to celebrate peaches. Look for standout varieties such as July Flame, Suncrest, or O'Henry for this salad recipe.
Provided by Sara Kramer
Categories Bon Appétit Salad Side Cucumber Peach Avocado Coriander Sesame Cumin Cardamom Summer Wheat/Gluten-Free
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast pumpkin seeds on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and slightly puffed, 5-7 minutes; let cool. Transfer to a small bowl and toss with 1 Tbsp. oil; season with salt.
- Meanwhile, toast cardamom, clove, coriander, and cumin in a dry small skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove seeds from cardamom pod; discard pod. Finely grind seeds along with other spices in spice mill or with mortar and pestle. Mix in a large bowl with chile, garlic, parsley, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, and remaining 1/4 cup oil; season with salt. Add cucumber and toss. Let sit 5 minutes.
- Add peaches, avocado, and half of the pumpkin seeds to cucumber mixture and season generously with salt; toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and/or lemon juice.
- Serve topped with sesame seeds, cilantro leaves, and remaining pumpkin seeds.
PEACH AND CUCUMBER SALSA
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Stir to blend before serving.)
- *Chipotle chiles canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.
SAVORY CUCUMBER SALAD
I created this sour cream based recipe after trying several made with mayo, which I am not a fan of. This is a flavorful dish!
Provided by NoRainOnMyParade
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 2h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spread a paper towel over a large platter. Arrange cucumber slices in a single layer atop the paper towel. Sprinkle 1/8 teaspoon salt over the cucumber slices; refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 6 hours.
- Mix sour cream, green onions, white sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, dill, paprika, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
- Pour sour cream sauce over the cucumbers and stir gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 65.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
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