Lemon-herb marinated cucumber bites
Lemon-herb marinated cucumber bites
Ingredients
For the cucumber bites
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
For the marinade
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/16 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Thinly slice the English cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds. A mandoline can be used for uniform slices, or a sharp knife.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, finely chopped fresh dill, finely chopped fresh parsley, kosher salt, and black pepper. If desired, add the red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Combine and marinate: Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl with the marinade. Gently toss to ensure all cucumber slices are evenly coated. Let the cucumbers marinate at room temperature for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, allow to marinate for up to 15 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Serve: Arrange the lemon-herb marinated cucumber bites on a serving platter and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min
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Lemon-herb marinated cucumber bites
Ingredients
For the cucumber bites
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
For the marinade
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/16 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Thinly slice the English cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds. A mandoline can be used for uniform slices, or a sharp knife.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, finely chopped fresh dill, finely chopped fresh parsley, kosher salt, and black pepper. If desired, add the red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Combine and marinate: Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl with the marinade. Gently toss to ensure all cucumber slices are evenly coated. Let the cucumbers marinate at room temperature for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, allow to marinate for up to 15 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Serve: Arrange the lemon-herb marinated cucumber bites on a serving platter and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min