Bourbon. June 30, 2018.
Diva N was inspired by her recent trip to the Kentucky bourbon trail (and the 6 bottles she brought back in her suitcase (pictured above)) to have a bourbon-themed dinner.
Mint Julep Cucumber Salad
Ingredients1 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup honey
3 tablespoons bourbon
Kosher salt
4 Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced into half moons
1 medium sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
3 sprigs mint, leaves chopped
Directions
Ingredients1 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup honey
3 tablespoons bourbon
Kosher salt
4 Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced into half moons
1 medium sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
3 sprigs mint, leaves chopped
Directions
- Combine the vinegar, sugar, honey, bourbon and 1 teaspoon salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt. Set aside to cool.
- Combine the cucumbers and onion in a large bowl. Pour the vinegar mixture over the top and let marinate in the refrigerator until icy cold, 3 to 4 hours. When ready to serve, add the mint and toss to combine.