Simple Summer Salads

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The simplicity of summer salads is easy which we love, and perfect for those hot summer days when all we are craving is something fresh and light. but more importantly, it highlights how using seasonal produce at its peak flavor makes a big difference. Lots of fresh herbs, and good quality ingredients is all you need here. 

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Heirloom Tomato Salad

ingredients: 

2 containers heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved
1 red onion, sliced thinly 
¼ cup fresh mint, roughly chopped
¼ cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
¼ cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
1-2 tablespoons olive oil 
Zest and juice of 1 lemon 
Maldon salt, to taste
Cracked black pepper, to taste 
2-3 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Preparation:

Combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, and herbs (reserving some for garnish) in a large bowl. Dress with olive oil, lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat. 

Garnish with chopped pistachios and reserved herbs before serving.

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Cucumber Salad

ingredients: 

1 English or 3 Persian cucumbers, julienned 
½ bulb fennel, shaved thinly (optional) 
3 radishes, shaved thinly (optional) 
1 red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro or dill, chopped
1 tablespoon mirin 
Zest and juice of 1 lime
1 clove garlic, crushed 
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 
1 teaspoon rice vinegar 
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Preparation:

Combine cucumbers, fennel, radishes, red onion, and herbs in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix mirin, lime zest and juice, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.