Cucumber Basil Salad

A refreshing summer salad - fresh cucumbers and a lovely touch of fresh basil leaves , Pure goodness!

Ingredients

3 cucumbers, washed and chopped

25 grams fresh basil leaves, roughly torn

1-inch piece galangal, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

4 green chillies or 2–3 bird's eye chillies, finely chopped

Salt to taste

Pepper powder as per taste

1 tsp icing sugar

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp olive oil

Method

Prepare the dressing:

In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped galangal, garlic, and chillies with the roughly torn basil leaves.

Add the salt, pepper powder, icing sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil.

Mix everything well until combined.

Prepare the salad:

Place the chopped cucumbers in a large bowl.

Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumbers.

Toss well to ensure the cucumbers are evenly coated with the dressing.

Serve immediately, or chill for 15–20 minutes before serving for a more refreshing salad.