HEAVENLY CUCUMBER SALAD

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This is a nice little twist on that good old cucumber salad. I found this recipe in Gardening News. Cooking time is the standing time.

Provided by GaylaV

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 teaspoon salt
3 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced thin
1 garlic clove, cut in half, lengthwise (optional)
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons sugar
1 pinch black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Add the salt to the cucumbers and let them stand in a large bowl.
  • After 30 minutes the juice will have drained from the cucumbers.
  • Drain the juice from the bowl.
  • Rub a second large bowl with the garlic halves. (optional).
  • In the second bowl mix the oil, vinegar, water, and sugar.
  • Add drained cucumbers and mix well.
  • Sprinkle with pepper and paprika.
  • Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.5, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 294.6, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4, Protein 1

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