Description
A refreshing salad combining smashed cucumbers and sweet peaches with a zesty vinaigrette, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 mini Persian cucumbers (or 1 large English cucumber)
- 2–3 ripe peaches, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
- 2–3 tablespoons golden raisins
- One handful of fresh basil leaves, slivered
Instructions
- Smash the cucumbers, place them in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let them rest for 15 minutes to 1 hour.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for about 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare the vinaigrette by combining garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, and maple syrup in a bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
- Combine drained cucumbers and sliced peaches in a large bowl. Toss with the vinaigrette and top with toasted pine nuts, golden raisins, and slivered basil.
- Serve immediately or let it chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh, quality ingredients for the best flavor. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, summer salad, peach salad, refreshing salad, healthy side dish
