Cucumber Salad With Oranges And Mint Food

ORANGE, RADISH, AND MINT SALAD

Steps:

• Cut the top and bottom off of each orange. Stand the orange on 1 end on a cutting board and, following the curve of the fruit, cut away the skin and pith of the orange. Cut each orange section out of its pith.
• In a medium bowl toss together the orange sections, onion, radishes, and mint leaves. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH MINT

Steps:

• Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a teaspoon to scrape out the seeds, then cut into thin slices. Toss the cucumbers with the salt in a colander. Let drain in the sink for at least 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, soak the red onions in a small bowl of ice water for ten minutes, then drain in a fine mesh strainer. Blot dry with a paper towel.
• Tap the cucumber-filled colander on the base of the sink to release any excess water. Lay a clean dish towel flat on the counter, and then dump the cucumbers over top. Use the edges of the towel to blot the cucumbers dry.
• In a medium bowl, toss the cucumbers, onions, white wine vinegar, olive oil, vegetable oil, sugar, pepper and mint. Cover and let stand in refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 12 hours. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Serve cold.
• Make-Ahead Instructions: This salad can be made up to 12 hours ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

CUCUMBER & PEA SALAD

Steps:

• Tip peas into a bowl, pour over a kettleful of hot water and set aside for 10 mins. Check the peas are defrosted, then drain really well. Halve the cucumber lengthways, then slice. Just before serving mix with chives, mint sauce, vinegar and olive oil. Season and serve.

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD WITH CILANTRO AND MINT

Steps:

• Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl; toss, and serve.

KIWI CUCUMBER SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND FRESH MINT

Steps:

• Wash, dry and tear lettuce leaves and arrange in a serving dish or on 4 plates. Slice cucumber very thinly, using a sharp knife, a mandoline slicer or a spiralizer. Pat dry with paper towel to remove excess moisture. Add to salad.
• Peel and slice 2 kiwifruit and add to salad. Carve the remaining kiwi fruit into flowers and add to salad. Top with walnut pieces and fresh mint leaves.
• Drizzle with Lime Vinaigrette just before serving.

CUCUMBER AND ORANGE SALAD

Steps:

• Cut the cucumber in quarters lengthwise (or in halves if using small Persian cucumbers) then cut into thin slices. Place in a large bowl.
• Peel the oranges and dice, removing seeds as you go. Add to bowl.
• Add minced parsley, onion, salt and pepper and toss gently.
• Let rest 10 minutes before serving or refrigerate up to a few hours.

ORANGE-CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Toss cucumbers and oranges with 1/3 cup dressing in medium bowl. Refrigerate 2 hours to marinate.
• Drain cucumber mixture; discard marinade. Add cucumber mixture to salad greens in large bowl along with the nuts; mix lightly.
• Toss with remaining dressing just before serving.

SUMMER SALAD WITH WATERMELON, CUCUMBER AND MINT!

Steps:

• dice a cup of watermelon
• peel the cucumber, core and dice
• dice the feta cheese
• chop mint
• combine everything in a bowl
• dress with olive oil, vinegar and salt and pepper

ORANGE CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Peel oranges, and cut section in half and separate.
• Wash, trim and thinly slice the cucumber; mince the onion.
• Whisk vinegar, orange juice and olive oil in bowl. Chop mint; add with oranges and cucumbers. Mix well.

CUCUMBER AND FENNEL WITH ORANGE MINT DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine the cucumber, fennel, apple, and lemon juice in a serving bowl and gently mix.
• In a small bowl, whisk the orange juice through paprika until emulsified.
• Season with salt and pepper and pour over salad.
• Serve immediately or marinade covered, in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
• Toss before serving and garnish with toasted nuts.

MOROCCAN CUCUMBER SALAD WITH MINT

Steps:

• Slice the cucumbers lengthwise and then into thin slices.
• Place the cucumber in a small bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 20-30 minutes.
• After, place the cucumber in a colander and allow the accumulated liquid to drain.
• Place the cucumbers on a paper towel to blot the excess liquid.
• Place the white wine vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper into a small mixing bowl. Blend with a fork or wire whisk until blended.
• Add the cucumbers into the dressing and toss with fresh mint.
• Add an extra sprig of mint for garnish.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH ORANGES AND MINT

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine cucumber, oranges, mint, vinegar, and oil. Toss to combine. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.