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Yield: 6 servings. ¼ cup rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced ½ large red onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons

Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

Yield: 6 servings. ¼ cup rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced ½ large red onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons

Chilled Cucumber & Herb Salad

Chilled cucumber and herb salad

Yield: 6 servings.

¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
½ large red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
6 fresh basil leaves, torn
1 teaspoon red chili flakes

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, salt, and vegetable oil.

In a separate bowl, toss cucumbers and onion together. Pour dressing over cucumbers. Chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes.

Drain cucumbers and onions in a colander. Discard dressing. Place cucumbers and onions in a serving bowl. Add herbs and red chili flakes; toss well. Serve cold.

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This story was published on May 13, 2025

Lynn Wells

Lynn Wells gained a fond respect and interest in cooking from her mother and Aunt Addie at the age of 8 in North Carolina. During college, Wells worked in a wide range of restaurants, from fine dining to family- owned. After graduating from UNC Greensboro with a degree in nutrition management and hospitality, Wells began a 21-year career in the nutrition department at Cone Health. In 2014, Wells started Thyme Well Spent Personal Chef Service, an in-home cooking experience for private clients, which continues today. Wells is also a food writer, food stylist, culinary consultant, and the recipe developer/writer for Our State.