Minted Cucumbers and Strawberries
Jun 27th, 2008 | By admin | Category: Herbs, Peppermint, Recipes, SaladsStrawberries and cucumbers = an interesting and tasty combination.
2 long European-type cucumbers
2 pints strawberries, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or paprika
2 tablespoons hazelnut or alternative oil
Peel the cucumbers and cut them crosswise into two or three pieces. Cut each piece lengthwise into four sections and arrange the wedges in a pattern on a large salad plate. Remove the leaves and core from the strawberries and slice each one in half from cap to tip. Arrange in a decorative pattern between the cucumber wedges. Whisk together the lemon juice, orange juice, mint, cayenne or paprika and oil until emulsified. Pour over the salad just before serving. Preparation time 15-20 minutes. This recipe serves 6.
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