Best 8 Creamy Cucumber Gelatin Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the refreshing and vibrant Creamy Cucumber Gelatin Salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic side dish is a delightful blend of crisp cucumbers, tangy onions, and creamy gelatin, all enveloped in a savory dressing. Served chilled, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or a hearty summer picnic spread.

In this article, we present a collection of Creamy Cucumber Gelatin Salad recipes, each offering unique variations on this timeless dish. From the classic recipe with its simple yet elegant flavors to creative twists that incorporate herbs, spices, and even fruit, there's a recipe here to suit every palate.

Explore the zesty Lemon-Herb Cucumber Gelatin Salad, where a burst of lemon and a sprinkle of herbs elevate the salad to new heights. For a touch of sweetness, try the Honey Mustard Cucumber Gelatin Salad, where a delicate honey mustard dressing adds a delightful tang.

If you're seeking a vibrant and colorful salad, the Rainbow Cucumber Gelatin Salad is a feast for the eyes. With layers of red, orange, and green cucumbers, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering.

For a refreshing and light option, the Cucumber-Yogurt Gelatin Salad combines creamy yogurt with crisp cucumbers, creating a delightful balance of flavors. And for those who love a hint of spice, the Spicy Cucumber Gelatin Salad adds a touch of heat with the addition of chili peppers.

No matter your preference, these Creamy Cucumber Gelatin Salad recipes offer a delightful symphony of flavors, textures, and colors. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the essence of summer.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

DAD'S CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This was my Dad's recipe and one of our family's all-time summer favorites.

Provided by MHudson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 ½ cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat vegetables with the dressing.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 896.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

COOL CUCUMBER SALAD



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This Salad is a refreshing complement to any meal, and it's attractive on the table. Whenever I'm asked to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, I prepare this salad. I often make it for friends and neighbors, too. It's always much appreciated. -Elisabeth Garrison, Elmer, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium cucumber
1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup boiling water
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 small onion, grated
Optional: Sliced cucumbers and fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Peel and halve cucumber; remove the seeds. Shred and pat dry; set aside. In a bowl, combine gelatin and salt with boiling water; stir until dissolved. Add mayonnaise and cottage cheese; mix well. Stir in the onion and shredded cucumber. Pour into an oiled 5-cup mold. Refrigerate until firm. Unmold onto a serving platter. Garnish with cucumbers and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 31g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 759mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CREAMY JELLO CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is so light and refreshing, wonderful to serve at a barbecue get together. Plan ahead this needs to be refigerated until firm. Double or triple recipe to serve a crowd. This is very good! Prep time includes chilling

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 4h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 ounce) package lime Jell-O gelatin
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 -2 teaspoon grated onion
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise (Hellman's is best for this)
2 cups diced cucumbers

Steps:

  • Dissolve jello and salt in boiling.
  • Add in vinegar and onion; chill until partially set.
  • Transfer mixture to a fancy glass serving bowl or dish.
  • In a small bowl whisk together sour cream and mayo; add to the partially chilled jello mixture; mix to combine.
  • Fold in chopped cucumbers.
  • Chill until firm (about 3-4 hours).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.2, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 922.3, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 21.2, Protein 4.1

COOL CUCUMBER MOLDED SALAD



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Yummy cool cucumber molded salad. We have this in the winter and it is so refreshing.

Provided by Miner Trish

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 4h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large cucumber, peeled and shredded
1 (3 ounce) package lime flavored Jell-O® mix
1 ¼ cups boiling water
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon white vinegar
½ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the shredded cucumber in a colander to drain. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gelatin mix and hot water until gelatin has dissolved. Mix in the sugar, salt and vinegar. Set aside to cool until it starts to set, about 1 hour.
  • When the gelatin has thickened, stir in the mayonnaise, and fold in the drained cucumber. Transfer to a mold or serving bowl, and chill for 3 hours, or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 168.7 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

CUCUMBER LIME JELLO SALAD



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Make and share this Cucumber Lime Jello Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by loof751

Categories     Low Protein

Time 4h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (3 ounce) boxes lime Jell-O gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 3/4 cups cold water
3 cucumbers
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese

Steps:

  • Peel the cucumbers and cut into small cubes.
  • Cut the cream cheese into small cubes.
  • Put the cucmber and cream cheese cubes in a serving dish (I usually use a 9x13 glass baking dish).
  • Dissolve the Jello mix in the boiling water.
  • Stir in the cold water.
  • Pour the Jello over the cucumber and cream cheese.
  • Refrigerate until Jello is set (3-4 hours).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.7, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 83.3, Sodium 382.8, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 29.4, Protein 7.7

STRAWBERRY-PRETZEL SALAD



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This phenomenal berry dish may have the word salad in the name, but it's okay if you call it a strawberry pretzel dessert instead. It's a great option if you need a sweet treat, and your oven is already full of tasty dishes. With a little prep, you'll be enjoying your Strawberry-Pretzel Salad in no time. The irresistible blend of creamy, crunchy, sweet and salty make it a hit for any season and occasion.

Provided by Jessica Walker

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (4-serving size each) Jell-O® strawberry-flavored gelatin
2 cups boiling water
2 boxes (16 oz each) frozen sweetened strawberries, thawed
2 cups pretzels, crushed
3/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in strawberries; refrigerate until partially set, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 350° F. In medium bowl, mix Crust ingredients. Press into ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on cooling rack.
  • In medium bowl, beat Filling ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Spread over cooled crust. Cover and refrigerate until cool and gelatin topping in bowl is partially set.
  • Carefully spoon gelatin topping over filling. Refrigerate 4 to 6 hours or until firm. To serve, cut into 4 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 53 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHERRY-CREAM CHEESE LAYERED GELATIN SALAD



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Cream cheese provides a pretty contrast to crimson-colored gelatin. Sweet cherries add a juicy pop!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boxes (4-serving size each) cherry-flavored gelatin
1 1/2 cups boiling water
2 cups frozen unsweetened sweet cherries
2 cans (8 oz each) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1/2 cup honey-nut cream cheese (from 8-oz container)
Leaf lettuce leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water, stirring constantly. Stir in frozen cherries until thawed. Stir in pineapple.
  • Into ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish or another serving dish, pour about half of the gelatin mixture. Refrigerate 30 to 45 minutes or until set.
  • Drop cream cheese by small spoonfuls over set gelatin mixture; carefully spread to cover. Pour remaining gelatin mixture over top. Refrigerate at least 2 hours until set. Cut into squares. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 33 g, TransFat 0 g

TANGY CUCUMBER GELATIN



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A friend shared this recipe with me years ago. She had a vegetable garden and always had a good yield of cucumbers. This pleasant, comforting salad is the right amount for one or two. The cucumber and green onions give a nice texture contrast and refreshing crunch. -Bernadeane McWilliam, Decatur, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1/2 cup boiling water
1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
4 green onions, chopped
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add the cucumber and onions. Stir in cottage cheese and mayonnaise until blended. Pour into two 1-1/2-cup molds coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate overnight or until set. Unmold just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 calories, Fat 49g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp cucumbers. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
  • Peel the cucumbers before slicing them. This will remove the waxy coating and make the cucumbers more tender.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly. This will help them absorb the gelatin mixture evenly.
  • Use a high-quality mayonnaise. This will make the salad more creamy and flavorful.
  • Add some chopped onion or celery for a bit of crunch.
  • Chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the gelatin to set.
  • Serve the salad with crackers, bread, or chips.

Conclusion:

Creamy cucumber gelatin salad is a refreshing and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the best creamy cucumber gelatin salad ever.

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