Makes 4 servings
1/4 c sugar 1 tsp salt 1/2 c white wine vinegar 4 small cucumbers, halved lengthwise, seeded and thinly sliced 1 shallot, minced 2 Tbsp cilantro leaves 1/4 c chopped red pepper 1. Whisk sugar, salt and vinegar until sugar has dissolved. (If desired, heat in small saucepan to speed process; do not boil. Cool.) 2. Pour over cucumbers; marinate 30 minutes. 3. Garnish with red peppers and serve.