Smashed Herbed Cucumber Salad
This light and refreshing salad is giving mega spa-menu vibes. Perfectly paired with salmon, chicken, and tofu for a flavorful vegetarian driven side dish.
Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
10 minutes
Total time
20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
4 - 6 SERVINGS| 8 | Persian Cucumbers |
| 2 tsp | Honey |
| 1/4 cup | White Balsamic Vinegar |
| 1/4 cup | Olive Oil |
| 4 oz | Athenos Crumbled Traditional Feta Cheese |
| 1/3 cup | shelled, roasted pistachios, chopped |
| 1/3 cup | chopped, fresh herbs of choice (mint, basil, parsley, cilantro, chives) |
| 1/2 tsp | Kosher salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Cracked Black Pepper |
Method
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- Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise. Place the seeded side down on a cutting board and smash with a spatula or the back of the knife.
- Add cucumber slices to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, white balsamic vinegar, and olive oil until smooth. Drizzle vinaigrette over cucumbers and toss together.
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes to alow the cucumbers to marinate.
- To the cucumbers, add the Athenos Crumbled Traditional Feta Cheese, chopped pistachios, and chopped herbs.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve cold or room temperature.
