For Easter I wanted something different than potato salad as a side for our ham. All the members of my family (except my son) like cucumbers. So I decided on a tangy Balsamic marinade.
Balsamic Marinated Cucumbers
Balsamic Marinated Cucumbers
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar
- 3 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard (I like course ground)
- 1/2 tsp. agave syrup
- Salt & Pepper to taste
In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard and agave syrup. Slowly add oil while continuing to whisk. Toss dressing with cucumbers and onion. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. You could substitute 1/2 tsp. sugar or Stevia sweetener for the agave syrup if you don’t have it.
So, I made this for Easter…and then forgot to serve it! It was delicious the next day though. 🙂
What is your favorite salad vegetable?
Gardens and Garlic 
If I had known you were serving that, I’d have been over there with an empty plate! I don’t think I’ve tried agave syrup (it sounds sweet, lol)! — Could I add tomatoes to this recipe?
Absolutely! I just made cucumbers because the kids don’t like tomatoes. And come on anytime!
This looks wonderful! A nice new twist to my usual cucumber salad. Thanks for sharing the recipe, Beth. 😉
You are very welcome! I hope you enjoy it.