Description
A delightful, light appetizer bursting with flavor, perfect for summer days.
Ingredients
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- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and prepare the cucumbers by cleaning them under cold water.
- Dry the cucumbers with a towel.
- Slice the cucumbers into thin, round slices (about ¼ inch thick).
- Salt the cucumber slices and let them sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Prepare the tangy drizzle by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper.
- Rinse and dry the cucumber slices to remove excess salt.
- Drizzle the lemon mixture over the cucumbers and add dill and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Garnish with fresh lemon slices and serve immediately.
Notes
Use firm cucumbers for better crunch. Experiment with herbs like mint or cilantro for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg