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I've been making this recipe for years, and have shared it many times. I'm bad at leaving reviews, but I realize how much I depend on others' opinions, so let me just say this is so delicious and unique! The first time I tasted it, I chased down the woman who made it and begged for the recipe. For anyone who enjoys cucumbers, this is a must make recipe for a refreshing salad.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-06-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sgronholz"},"reviewBody":"
Wow...what a great recipe! I omitted the water as some previous reviewers recommended, which worked just fine. Hubby and I thought the salad was great and I'm looking forward to making it often this summer when my homegrown cucumbers are ready!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-02-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Caa404"},"reviewBody":"
We are fans of spicy food so we really enjoyed this. Well done, Alivia!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurplePuzzle"},"reviewBody":"This is such a great, fresh side. I love to serve this along side Asian-inspired dishes. I've also found if you let it sit overnight, you don't need the water in the marinade. The vegetables will release enough of their own juices.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-07-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenChilli"},"reviewBody":"Awesome salad! I made this as shown with the addition of several thinly sliced radishes. As a previous reviewer noted, the vegetables release a lot of liquid so the water in the marinade isn\u2019t necessary if the salad is made a few hours ahead of time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveButton"},"reviewBody":"This is a favorite for my husband and me. It is a great light side dish for almost any meal. My husband is not a veggie guy, but he loves this crisp salad.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-09-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanFlask"},"reviewBody":"Delicious!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-09-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanTooth"},"reviewBody":"No major changes to this one- I had prepped veggies for another dish, so whatever form they were in, that's how I used them- my red onion was diced, my carrots were matchstick, etc. The title says it all on this one- crisp, spicy. I'll also add light and refreshing. It was a great side to burgers, a perfect summer lunch topped with some grilled chicken.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanLobster"},"reviewBody":"Very refreshing. Loved the sweet asian inspired dressing. I added some grape tomatoes to it and omitted the onion. Will keep this for next summer's cook outs.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCarrot"},"reviewBody":"made without the jalepenos but was still too hot for my taste. Otherwise delicious and will make again. love the variety of veggies in this salad. Very colorful presentation.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCherries"},"reviewBody":"Easy, fast and healthy. I made it using my new spiral mandolin and it made the salad much more fun to eat. Excellent & cooling with fresh farmer's market cucumbers. Spicy dressing is a good twist on an old standby. 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Thank you, Alivia, for this tasty recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBandAid"},"reviewBody":"unique blend of flavors. refreshing and crisp. hint of hotness with cayenne and jalapenos","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-06-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenFlower"},"reviewBody":"Hot summer evening? Refresh yourself w\/this! Great for garden time and the spices are just right! Didn't change a thing. Husband wants leftovers tonight! 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