CUCUMBERS WITH AJO BLANCO SAUCE
Think of this as an all-purpose garlic sauce. Once you get the hang of making it, try swapping cashews or blanched hazelnuts for the almonds.
Provided by Andy Baraghani
Categories Bon Appétit Sauce Condiment Garlic Almond Vinegar Cucumber Side Vegetable Quick & Easy Vegetarian Vegan Wheat/Gluten-Free Dairy Free
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut cucumbers about 1" thick on a steep diagonal and place in a medium bowl. Add a large pinch of kosher salt and 2 tsp. vinegar and toss to combine; let marinate 10 minutes. Pour off any liquid that is released.
- Toast 1/4 cup almonds on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden, about 5 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop. Set aside.
- Blend garlic, oil, remaining 1 tsp. vinegar, remaining ½ cup almonds, and 1/2 cup ice water in a blender until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes; season generously with salt.
- Divide sauce among plates and top with cucumber salad and chopped almonds. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Do Ahead
- Sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
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Joslyn Hernandez
[email protected]This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves cucumbers.
Mass Vine
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of cucumbers and nuts, and it always turns out great.
Brogan Caseday
[email protected]This is a great recipe for entertaining. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Precious Seshoka
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I loved this dish. The ajo blanco sauce is so creamy and flavorful that it makes the cucumbers taste amazing.
M Ajaz
[email protected]This dish is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.
Zain Ul Hassan
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor of the roasted almonds in the ajo blanco sauce.
Dabeer Mowana
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's one of my favorite summer recipes.
Farooq Umary
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. I always have a few cucumbers in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up before they go bad.
Savina
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Sayash Adhikari
[email protected]The cucumbers and ajo blanco sauce are a perfect combination. The sauce is creamy and nutty, and it pairs perfectly with the crisp cucumbers.
Lilly Maphosa
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.
Richard Rupapa
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The cucumbers were refreshing and crisp, and the ajo blanco sauce was creamy and flavorful. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.