Description
A refreshing and simple cucumber snack featuring thinly sliced cucumbers tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, fresh dill, and light seasoning. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish that highlights fresh flavors with minimal preparation.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
Instructions
- Wash the cucumber: Start by washing the cucumber thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or residues.
- Dry the cucumber: Pat the cucumber dry with a clean paper towel or kitchen cloth to ensure it’s not wet.
- Prepare the cucumber on board: Place the cucumber on a clean cutting board.
- Trim the ends: Cut off both ends of the cucumber using a sharp knife.
- Slice the cucumber: Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick, or to your preferred thickness.
- Transfer slices to a bowl: Transfer the cucumber slices into a medium-sized bowl.
- Add olive oil: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the cucumber slices.
- Add lemon juice: Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to the bowl with the cucumber.
- Season with salt: Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the cucumber slices, ensuring it’s distributed evenly.
- Season with pepper: Sprinkle a pinch of black pepper over the cucumber slices as well.
- Chop fresh dill: Take 1 tablespoon of fresh dill and chop it finely with a knife.
- Add dill to cucumber: Add the chopped dill to the bowl with the cucumber and other ingredients.
- Toss ingredients: Toss the cucumber mixture gently with your hands or a spoon until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
- Rest the snack: Let the cucumber snack sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Serve immediately, or refrigerate for a short time to keep it fresh before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, refrigerate the cucumber slices for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Fresh dill can be substituted with fresh mint or parsley for a different flavor profile.
- Use organic cucumbers for the freshest taste and to reduce pesticide residue.
- This snack is best consumed within a day for optimal freshness.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal taste preferences.
