Creamy Mint Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €2.18 · €0.55/serving

• 2 cucumbersEst. price €0.60–€1.20
• SaltEst. price €0.01–€0.05
• 1/4 cup heavy creamEst. price €0.40–€0.80
• 3 tablespoons olive oilEst. price €0.45–€0.90
• Juice of 1/2 lemonEst. price €0.25–€0.50
• Fresh-ground black pepperEst. price €0.02–€0.08
• 3 mint sprigs, leaves onlyEst. price €0.45–€0.90

Steps

1. 1

   Begin by peeling and slicing 2 cucumbers.

2. 2

   If the cucumber seeds are large and firm, slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise and use a spoon to remove the seeds. Proceed by cutting them into slices and transferring them to a medium bowl. Sprinkle salt over the cucumbers in the bowl.

3. 3

   Mix together in a separate bowl: 1/4 cup of heavy cream, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice from half a lemon, and freshly ground black pepper.

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• Cultural note

  Cucumber salads are popular in many cultures around the world for their cooling and refreshing properties. Mint is often used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines to add a fresh flavor to dishes.

• Seasonal note

  Cucumbers and mint are typically in season during the summer months, making this salad a refreshing choice for hot days.

• Health note

  This Creamy Mint Cucumber Salad is a good source of vitamins A and C from the cucumbers and lemon. However, it is high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream and olive oil.