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

Sohag Hossen
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The cucumbers are always crispy and flavorful, and the lemon and basil add a nice touch of brightness.


Kamugisha Godwin
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These cucumbers are the perfect addition to any summer party. They're light, refreshing, and everyone loves them.


Anees Ansari
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to showcase the fresh flavor of cucumbers.


Miki S
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This recipe is a great way to use up extra cucumbers. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Sub Shahbaz
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The cucumbers were a bit too crunchy for my taste. I think I'll try slicing them thinner next time.


Thimira Achithana
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I found this recipe to be too sour. I think I'll try it again with less lemon juice.


Ibrahima Diallo
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always a disappointment. The cucumbers are bland and the lemon and basil don't add much flavor.


Asif Hameed
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the cucumbers are always delicious.


Ugnė Meškuotytė
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These cucumbers are the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue. They're light and refreshing, and they go with everything.


David Hankey
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I made these cucumbers for a party and they were a big hit. Everyone loved them!


Samuel Oyihoma
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So refreshing and easy to make! I'm definitely adding this recipe to my summer rotation.


Egidio pereira
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These cucumbers were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making them again.


Elmira Jakupi
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a winner. The cucumbers are always crispy and flavorful, and the lemon and basil add a nice touch of brightness.


Miss May
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I made these cucumbers for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're a great way to use up extra cucumbers.


Knicxs Salabogi
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These cucumbers were a refreshing and flavorful side dish. The lemon and basil added a nice brightness and acidity, while the cucumbers provided a cool and crisp texture. I followed the recipe exactly and the cucumbers were perfect.