Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_carb'], recipe: mix first 4 ingredients in water until sugar dissolves. peel and slice cucumbers into almost paper thin slices. in a stainless steel or ceramic bowl, salt cucumber slices well and let stand for 30 minutes. this will allow the cucumbers to release some of their liquid and results in less bitter cucumbers. rinse and drain well. put cucumber slices into glass bowl or jar. pour sugar/vinegar mixture over cucumber slices. let cucumbers marinate in jar for at least 24 hours. can add more sugar to your tastes. this is really good with onion slices added too.

Target recipe: thin-slice the cucumbers and onions and put them in a container. rip or chop the basil and toss it in. pour in vinegar and water. i use less vinegar than water, but you want the vinegar a little strong so it will get into the cucumber. sprinkle in some garlic, maybe 1/2 teaspoon? let this marinate for at least 2 hours. it keeps well in the refrigerator for days. add the tomatoes at the last minute.