SUMMERTIME CUCUMBER-ZUCCHINI SALAD

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Make and share this Summertime Cucumber-Zucchini Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium cucumbers
2 medium zucchini
1/2 cup white vinegar
4 tablespoons sugar
1 cup hot water
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper (fresh ground if available)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Dissolve sugar in hot water then blend with the vinegar, salt, and peppers. .
  • Arrange in alternate layers: 2 medium CUCUMBERS, scored with a fork, not peeled but sliced very thinly and 2 medium ZUCCHINI, raw, same size as cucumbers, prepared the same way.
  • Drain any water formed from cucumbers before adding the dressing.
  • Allow vegetables to marinate in the dressing at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Serve with meat, fish, or poultry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.2, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 879.3, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 8.9, Protein 1.1

Robert da Otix
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste.


Isabel Elvers
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I'm definitely going to be making this salad again soon.


Rea Faith
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This salad is the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Parince Armani
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The feta cheese adds a nice salty flavor to this salad.


Ahmad Awad
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I love the crunch of the cucumber and zucchini in this salad.


Imran M Killer
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Zindagi AT
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I used a mandoline to slice the cucumber and zucchini, which made it really quick and easy to prepare.


Selin Lopez
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad, and it was a great addition. It made it a more substantial meal.


Jade Teller
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This salad is so light and refreshing, it's perfect for a hot summer day.


Amanda Makola
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and refreshing dish.


Namutebi Amaal
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This salad is the perfect way to use up summer zucchini and cucumbers. It's also a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Duane Barnes
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks and picnics.


Stephen Lopez
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This salad was incredibly refreshing and light! The combination of cucumber, zucchini, red onion, and feta cheese was perfect. I served it as a side dish with grilled chicken, and it was a hit!