Basil Cucumber Salad Recipes

Steps:

• For the salad: In a small pan over medium heat, bring the red vinegar to a simmer. Meanwhile, place the onions in a small mixing bowl. When the vinegar comes to a simmer, pour it over the onions (you can add additional water to cover the onions, if needed). Set aside while you prepare the rest of the salad.
• Place the cucumbers in a large mixing bowl, season with the salt and toss. Add the tomatoes and gently combine.
• For the vinaigrette: Place the basil, oil, shallot and red wine vinegar in a blender and process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper and briefly process again to combine.
• Add the dressing to the bowl with the vegetables. Drain the onions (reserve the vinegar for another use or discard) and add them to the cucumbers and tomatoes, tossing everything gently to combine. Garnish the salad with the dill and serve right away.

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Steps:

• Thin-slice the cucumbers and onions and put them in a container.
• Rip or chop the basil and toss it in.
• Pour in vinegar and water.
• I use less vinegar than water, but you want the vinegar a little strong so it will get into the cucumber.
• Sprinkle in some garlic, maybe 1/2 teaspoon? Let this marinate for at least 2 hours.
• It keeps well in the refrigerator for days.
• Add the tomatoes at the last minute.

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and chill for several hours.