What to do with all those garden cucumbers? Make this simple summer side dish.
- Sara Vanden Berge
- Jul 30, 2024
- 1 min read
The VB’s second annual garden got off to an ok start, then petered out mid-season.
The jalapenos, radishes and herbs did well, but the squash and zucchini never rallied.
We didn’t get a single one.
Even the tomatoes were scarce.
I had all but given up on my dreams of becoming a vegetable farmer when The Husband walked in yesterday with six perfect cucumbers.
I was thrilled even though I had no idea what to do with them, so I started Googling and found this recipe.
I guess it was my lucky day because I had everything I needed to make it, so I whipped up a big bowl of this freshness and served it with dinner.
If you have an abundance of cucumbers, give it a try.
WHAT YOU NEED
2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Parsley
FOR DRESSING
½ fresh lemon
2 tbsp olive oil (use good stuff)
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 clove minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
HOW TO MAKE IT
Mix veggies in medium-sized salad bowl, top with dressing and chill in the fridge before serving.
It’s the perfect dish on a hot summer day.
Love this refreshing take on using up garden cucumbers! Simple summer sides like this are perfect for sunny lunches or light dinners on the patio. While you're out in the garden harvesting, it's also a great time to plan ahead for cooler seasons-consider adding a cypress tree to your landscape for year-round structure and greenery. It pairs beautifully with flowering plants and adds a serene, elegant touch to any yard!