Cuban Cucumber Salad

Days are hot and long in Cuba during the summer months. A refreshing cucumber salad hits the spot.

Ensalada de Pepino Cubana

Serves 4-6

1 large organic cucumber

1-2 Tbs. (15-30 ml) white wine vinegar

1-3 tsp. (5-15 ml) organic sugar

goat cheese

1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil

2 Tbs. (30 ml) chopped chives or green onions or 2 tsp. (10 ml) dried chives

ground black pepper to taste

mix organic lettuce

1 Tbs. (15 ml) minced mint or parsley or 1 tsp. (5 ml) dried

1. Thinly slice the cucumber and toss with the vinegar and sugar. Set aside.

2. In a small bowl, mash goat cheese and oil with a folk.

3. Stir in the chives and black pepper.

4. Line a plate with the lettuce.

5. Arrange the cucumbers over the lettuce.

6. Spoon the dressing over the cucumbers and sprinkle with the mint.
7. Enjoy a cup of café con leche afterwards:
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