Author Notes
If you can find fresh cucumbers at your local farmer's market you'll want to use them, as they won't have a waxy coating. These you can use unpeeled in your salad, but if the cucumbers do have this coating, it's best to peel them. This recipe was written by the Healthline Editorial Team: http://www.healthline.com/health-recipes/cucumber-salad-caper-dressing —Healthline
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons
capers, rinsed
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2 tablespoons
fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon
chopped garlic
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1 teaspoon
fish sauce
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1/2 teaspoon
freshly cracked black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon
kosher salt
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1/3 cup
extra-virgin olive oil
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2
large cucumbers, or 4 small
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1 teaspoon
fresh thyme leaves
Directions
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In a food processor or blender, combine first 6 ingredients and process until smooth. With motor running, slowly add oil. Set aside.
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Cut the cucumbers in half horizontally and then slice into thin, half-moon shapes. Add dressing and toss to coat. Allow mixture to stand for at least 30 minutes.
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To serve, drain mixture well and place sliced cucumbers on a serving plate. Sprinkle with thyme.
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