Best Cucumbers With Lemon And Basil Recipes

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CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE WITH LEMON BASIL VINAIGRETTE



Cucumber Salad Recipe with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette image

Tempt your tastebuds with the bright flavors of this super simple cucumber salad recipe, with nutty couscous tossed in a punchy lemon basil dressing on top of a bed of peppery arugula. Ready in minutes and the perfect side dish for any summer meal!

Provided by Karly Gomez

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
kosher salt (to taste)
cracked pepper (to taste)
1 cup dried pearl couscous
2 english cucumbers (sliced thin)
4 cups arugula
1 cup feta

Steps:

  • In a small jar add the dressing ingredients, cover with a tight lid and shake vigorously. Adjust seasonings as desired and set aside.
  • Prepare couscous according to package instructions. While still warm, add 1/2-3/4 of the dressing and toss gently to coat.
  • Add the cucumbers, arugula, and feta to a large bowl and toss with the remaining dressing. Stir in the couscous, then divide between 6 plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 287 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BETHY'S CUCUMBER BASIL LEMONADE



Bethy's Cucumber Basil Lemonade image

I make this refreshing lemonade all summer long. It goes great at any picnic!

Provided by Bethy

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Lemonade Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups cold water, divided
1 cup white sugar
1 ½ cups lemon juice
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
10 fresh basil leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup water and sugar together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and cool syrup to room temperature.
  • Stir syrup, remaining water, lemon juice, cucumber, and basil together in a pitcher; chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 7.8 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

CUCUMBERS WITH LEMON AND BASIL



Cucumbers with Lemon and Basil image

Toss this quick, fresh, and healthy summer side together -- it's ideal for noshing alongside a juicy burger.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 English cucumbers, quartered, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup juice (from 2 lemons)
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together cucumbers, tomatoes, oil, lemon zest and juice, and basil; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

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