Cucumber Salad

My mom used to make a variation of this cucumber salad when I lived at home. Made with a vinegar/sugar combination, its finish is fresh, sweet, light, and full of flavor. This is perfect at a barbecue with hamburgers and hot dogs,  and goes perfect with pork, or chicken. A refreshing summer salad.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 large cucumbers
• 2 sliced scallions or thinly sliced sweet onion
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper
• 2 tablespoons of fresh, minced parsley
• Bunch of fresh Basil, chopped fine (Optional)
• 1 tsp fresh minced dill (Optional)
• 3 tablespoons of white vinegar and water
• 2 tablespoons sugar

DIRECTIONS:

1. Mix the sugar, vinegar and water together and let sit
2. Peeling your cucumber is optional, I prefer to leave the skin on and wash it to remove any wax. Grate the cucumbers into paper thin slices.
3. Slice scallions or red onion
4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper
5. Stir in vinegar mixture. Stir
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Enjoy, eat healthy