Wilted Cucumber & Garlic Salad

1  large english cucumber 

(I used an organic english cucumber with the skin on but you can use 2 regular cucumbers peeled if you choose) This works well with cucumbers that get too big and a little seedy in the garden because seeds can be picked out after squeezing)

2 cloves of garlic pressed or 1 Tbsp Wildtree's garlic galore 

1 Tablespoon of salt

1/8 to 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (you want vinegar in the bottom of the bowl) 

Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

You can also add a shake or two of red pepper flakes if you like heat.  Some times I add a Tablespoon of sugar to the vinegar for a sweet and sour taste.  

Slice the cucumber thinly (I use a mandolin)

Place the cucumber slices in a colander and coat evenly with the salt and let set for about 15 minutes

While the cucumbers are losing their water press or mince 2 cloves of garlic and place in serving bowl with the vinegar.  If using Wildtree garlic galore add the mix to the vinegar at this time also.

After 15 minutes… using your hands over the colander… squeeze all of the cucumbers to make them soft and press in the colander to expel the water.  After they are thoroughly squeezed add them to the vinegar mixture and let them sit for about 15 minutes mixing frequently before serving. 

They squeeze better without the skin but with the english cucumbers I like to keep the skin for extra fiber.  

You can double or triple this to make as much as you like