CUCUMBERS WITH LEMON AND BASIL

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Toss this quick, fresh, and healthy summer side together -- it's ideal for noshing alongside a juicy burger.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 English cucumbers, quartered, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup juice (from 2 lemons)
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together cucumbers, tomatoes, oil, lemon zest and juice, and basil; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

Bisan Aljanadi
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I'm not a huge fan of cucumbers, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and basil really make the cucumbers shine.


David Menzies
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Mosis Man
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The cucumbers are refreshing, the lemon is tangy, and the basil is herbaceous.


Bernard Montana
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch.


Lamiya Jannat
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I've tried this recipe with different types of cucumbers and they all turned out great. I especially like using English cucumbers.


Edwin Ntiero
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I made this recipe for a picnic and it was a hit! The cucumbers were so refreshing and the lemon and basil added a nice flavor.


Harly Baby
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This recipe is a great way to use up cucumbers from the garden.


Priyank Chy
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. The cucumbers were perfectly dressed with the lemon and basil.


Fun Time
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These cucumbers were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Thayer Carr
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cucumbers are always crisp and the lemon and basil add a delicious flavor.


Pushpa Neupane
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy summer side dish. The cucumbers are so refreshing and the lemon and basil add a nice pop of flavor.


Lucas Sandink
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright and tangy flavor of the cucumbers.


Gary Little
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These cucumbers with lemon and basil were a refreshing and delightful side dish. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cucumbers were crisp and flavorful.