Clean the cucumbers and spiralize them with a spiralizer and place them into a strainer
4 cucumbers
Place a paper towel on top of the spiralized cucumbers and push then down to release the liquid, set aside for a few minutes while you prepare the other ingredients
Slice one red onion thin and place into a bowl
1 onion
Slice one pint of cherry or grape tomatoes in half and place into the bowl with the onions
1 pint of cherry tomatoes
Add the spiralized cucumbers to the bowl
Make the dressing by placing all ingredients into a small bowl and whisking until combined or use a small mason jar to combine the ingredients and shake
1/8 cup [red wine vinegar], 1/4 cup [olive oil], 1 clove crushed garlic
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently mix in
Top the salad with fresh basil
3 tablespoons Fresh Basil
Notes
This salad can be made a few hours ahead of time with the addition of half of the dressing. Store the salad in the refrigerator and just before serving add the remainder of the dressing.See the article above for recipe tips, variations and more.