Quick and easy with tahini, lemon, garlic, and herbs!
We’re using basil, mint, andparsley, because we have them all growing in the garden.
But you could use any of those herbs on their own if you wanted.
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Otherwise your salad might end up rather runny.
You’ll want to peel the varieties with thicker peels.
Thin-peel varieties can usually be left peel-on.
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If not, leave them on.
Slice the cucumbers lengthwise.
Scoop out the seeds with a small spoon.
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Slice the cucumbers again lengthwise and then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch to 1/3-inch cuts.
Toss the seeded, diced cucumbers in a colander with the tablespoon of salt.
Let drain in the sink while you chop everything else and make the dressing.
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In a large bowl, mix the tahini, lemon juice and warm water until combined.
Stir in the garlic, lemon zest and red onion.
Briefly rinse the cucumbers under cool water and pat them dry with paper towels in the colander.
Add the cucumbers to the bowl with the dressing and gently toss to combine well.
Add in the herbs.
Add salt and black pepper to taste.
