Khiar Bil Na'na (Grated Cucumber and Mint Salad) This is a wonderfully refreshing salad. The tiny bit of orange blossom water gives it a mysterious flavor. Try to get small cucumbers from Middle Eastern or Asian stores. They have a better taste and texture than the large ones found in our supermarkets. 1 large or 3 small cucumbers 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon orange blossom water, or to taste Salt Leaves of 2 sprigs of mint, finely chopped Peel and grate the cucumber or cucumbers. You can do this in the food processor. Drain off the juices in a colander, and then mix the cucumbers with the rest of the ingredients. Serves 4. From "Arabesque: A Taste of Morocco, Turkey, and Lebanon" by Claudia Roden middle eastern recipe index christina m k al-sudairy buy the book!