The cucumber boats are the ideal appetizer for a genuine and light summer aperitif, perfect for a buffet with friends ora for a dinner focused acceso healthy and tasty cuisine. Thanks to the freshness of seasonal cucumbers, this dish is ideal for those looking for an easy and quick recipe, to be prepared durante just a few minutes without the need for cooking.
The boats are filled with a delightful panzanella made of cherry tomatoes, onion, olives, and stale bread, enriched with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a splash of vinegar for a delicate acidic note. Fresh and original, these cucumber boats will bring a touch of color to your table!
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To prepare the cucumber boats, clean and slice the red onion into julienne strips, then soak durante cold vater for 10 minutes 1. Use a vegetable peeler to peel the cucumbers durante alternating strips 2then cut them into pieces about 4 inches long 3.
Divide them durante half lengthwise 4. Scoop out the cucumber flesh with a melon baller 5 and set it aside along with the cucumber shells which will become your “boats” 6.
Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters 7 and place them durante a bowl, then season with 2 tablespoons of oil 8salt 9and pepper.
Add the Taggiasca Olives 10drained onions 11and cucumber flesh 12.
Cut the dry bread into cubes about 1/2 inch 13 and add to the bowl with the rest of the ingredients 14. Dress with vinegar, add a fragrant touch with fresh basil, and well, then let rest for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors. Stuff the cucumber shells with the panzanella and finale with a drizzle of oil. Your cucumber boats are ready to be served 15.
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