Description
A light and refreshing side dish featuring tender cucumber ribbons warmed with fragrant herbs and a bright splash of lemon juice and zest, perfect for a quick, healthy addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Herbs and Seasoning
- Small handful of mint, chopped
- Small handful of dill, chopped
- Small handful of parsley, chopped
- ½ lemon, zested and juiced
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cucumbers, cut into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler
Instructions
- Heat the oil and mint: In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped mint. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally, to release the mint’s fragrance.
- Cook cucumber ribbons: Add the thinly peeled cucumber ribbons to the pan. Gently toss them with the mint and oil, cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the cucumbers are just warmed through but still retain their crunch.
- Combine with herbs and lemon: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir through the chopped dill, parsley, and a drizzle of the fresh lemon juice to infuse bright flavors without cooking the herbs.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the cucumbers to a serving platter, drizzle with more lemon juice if desired, and sprinkle the lemon zest evenly over the top for a fresh, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Use Persian or English cucumbers for thinner skin and fewer seeds, which improves texture for this dish.
- This recipe is best served immediately while warm to enjoy the fresh herb aroma.
- The gentle warming preserves the cucumber’s crispness, avoiding a soggy texture.
- Can be served as a light side dish or a refreshing salad component.
- For a tangier flavor, increase the lemon juice amount gently to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: warm cucumber salad, herby cucumber ribbons, lemon cucumber side, quick cucumber dish, Mediterranean cucumber recipe
