Basil Cucumber Salad

Two things that are very happy in my garden right now are cucumbers and basil, very, very happy! So off I go in search of recipe ideas and this one seemed perfect. First try and I decided it was a keeper.

This is a simple recipe, one that I would normally have all the ingredients for, and it doesn’t take long to make. All good reasons to keep this one in my regular summer meal planning.

Hope you enjoy and happy summertime eating!

INGREDIENTS -

4 cups sliced cucumbers
2 green onions, thin sliced
1/3 cup thin sliced red onion
1 cup fresh basil, chopped
3/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
2 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

DRESSING -

3 Tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp rice vinegar
1 Tbsp coconut aminos (soy sauce replacement)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Tbsp honey

Whisk all the dressing ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.

Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss until coated evenly. Keep covered and refrigerated. Makes 4-6 servings.