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Bowl of cucumber salad with fresh basil ribbons and lemon dressing, served chilled.

Cucumber Salad with Fresh Basil Recipe

Holly Gray
Cucumber Salad with Fresh Basil combines crisp cucumber, fragrant basil, and a light lemon dressing. Chilled before serving for a refreshing summer side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 30 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cucumber quartered
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil cut into thin strips
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Spread the quartered cucumber slices onto a towel. Pat dry to keep the salad from becoming watery. Set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the basil, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  • Add the cucumbers and toss gently to coat.
  • Season with salt and black pepper. Give it another gentle toss and adjust to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours, or until cold. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 119mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword basil, cucumbers, herbs, salad
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