Sometimes you just need a quick, fresh salad for dinner, and this sweet and spicy cucumber salad is the answer. Cool, zesty, and just a little spicy, it makes a fantastic summer side dish or a crisp topping for burgers.
Yield
4–5 servings as a side dish
Prep Time
15 minutes
Method
No-cook
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers (peeled, unpeeled, or stripe-peeled) or 1 English cucumber, cut into chunks
1–2 cloves garlic (optional, adjust to taste)
1 small handful fresh mint leaves, chopped or 2 teaspoons dried mint leaves
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (add more if you like extra heat)
½ cup seasoned rice wine vinegar
Instructions
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