Cooler Than A Cucumber Salad

As I mentioned, my wonderful friend, M, came to the hospital yesterday.  For dinner, she brought a delicious cucumber salad and fresh pineapple.  I have to admit, I have had an aversion to pineapple since I was in grade school and it was served almost every other day.  Apparently, I ended up thinking that I didn't like pineapple at all.  Sadly, I have kept this view for quite some time and carried it into adulthood.  I always feel like I try new or re-introduce myself to things but somehow missed the pineapple bandwagon.  Anyways, the salad and fresh pineapple was amazing!  I am now officially addicted to pineapple and can't wait to buy it myself.  I also can't wait to make the salad soon.  Thank you again, M!

Cooler Than A Cucumber Salad


from allrecipes.com, Cooler Than A Cucumber Salad

1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into chunks
2 small cucumbers, peeled leaving stripes of skin and sliced
1 large heirloom tomato, seeded and diced
1/3 small onion, finely chopped (M used a red onion)
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons agave nectar, or more to taste
1 pinch sea salt, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Place the cumcumber chunks and slices in a large bowl with the tomato and onion.  Whisk together the champagne vinegar, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, agave nectar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until frothy.  Pour dressing over the vegetables.  Gently toss to coat.  Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

ENJOY!!!