Marinated Cucumbers - And They're Delicious

These are easy, healthy, flavorful. Cucumbers can be tricky to prepare - how else can I make them other than in a salad with tomato? This Korean-inspired idea makes for a quick and healthy meal or side dish.

• 3 Persian cucumbers (they're really flavorful, try to use smaller size, but anyone you prefer will work...)
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 cloves of garlic (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (the sweetness makes it marvelous, and syrup is much healthier than sugar)
  
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon hemp oil
  
• 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
  
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• cayenne pepper to taste (I like spice, so a tablespoon)

Slice the cucumbers as thinly as possible. Place them in a bowl and mix in salt so that it covers all cucumbers. Leave standing for 30 minutes. After salting, drain water and pat cucumbers dry. In new bowl, combine all ingredients and mix cucumbers and flavors to enjoy this fantastic snack!

It is THE side dish. Serve it to friends as a last minute meal, and they'll be so impressed! Serve this with a simple bowl of rice, grilled fish...or any of your favorites.