This little salad has a BIG impact on me.  It makes me weak in the knees.  Alright, I’m being a bit dramatic, but I absolutely love celebrating foods in their natural state.  Cucumbers are a great Spring vegetable, so crisp and cool, and highly alkaline to help keep you hydrated and balanced.  I crave them this time of year.  I made up this super easy salad because I was so hungry and was so short on time (and my cupboards were bare!).  When I took my first bite, it was more than I hoped it would be… sweet, tangy, spicy, salty, crunchy… you get the picture.  When you add the creamy goat cheese… forget about it.  Yum.  So if you’re in a rush and want a simple, satisfying and healthful meal, you should definitely try this.  I bet you’ll swoon.

 INGREDIENTS:

• 1 large cucumber (English or other)
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• Raw goat cheese, as much or little as you like
• sea salt & fresh ground pepper to taste

1. Peel and slice cucmber.
2. Add all ingredients except cheese & stir together well.
3. Sprinkle with cheese and stir to incorporate.