Best 6 Cucumber And Blue Cheese Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our refreshing Cucumber and Blue Cheese Salad! This vibrant salad combines crisp cucumbers, tangy red onion, and creamy blue cheese crumbles, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Drizzled with a zesty vinaigrette dressing, this salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. For those who prefer a vegan option, we have a delectable Vegan Cucumber and Blue Cheese Salad recipe that uses creamy avocado and tangy lemon-tahini dressing instead of dairy. Additionally, discover our Cucumber and Blue Cheese Pasta Salad, a delightful combination of tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and a creamy blue cheese dressing. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and beautiful images to guide you in creating these culinary masterpieces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DAD'S CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



Dad's Creamy Cucumber Salad image

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

PEAR CUCUMBER SALAD WITH BALSAMIC AND SHAVED ROMANO CHEESE



Pear Cucumber Salad with Balsamic and Shaved Romano Cheese image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups diced pears
2 cups diced English cucumber
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (preferably aged)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons olive oil
Salt and pepper
4 ounces Romano
Romaine lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine pears, cucumber, vinegar, parsley, and oil. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Using a vegetable peeler, shave Romano over top before serving.
  • Spoon over crisp romaine lettuce.

BLUE CHEESE COLE SLAW



Blue Cheese Cole Slaw image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 medium green cabbage, cored, quartered and thinly sliced
1/2 small red cabbage, cored, quartered and thinly sliced
1 Vidalia onion, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, vinegar and some salt and pepper and stir until well combined. Add the cabbage and onions and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



Romaine Salad with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 2 BIG GUY servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 hearts romaine, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound blue cheese crumbles, in specialty cheese section of your market
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place lettuce in a big bowl. Combine garlic, oregano, sugar and vinegar in a small bowl. Add oil to dressing in a slow stream and mix with a whisk or fork. Stir in blue cheese. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

BLUE CHEESE AND DRIED CRANBERRY TOSSED SALAD



Blue Cheese and Dried Cranberry Tossed Salad image

This is a very tasty salad; a swanky version of a regular everyday salad. The addition of blue cheese and dried cranberries give it something special. Wherever it is brought people always ask for the recipe!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 hearts of romaine lettuce, chopped
½ English cucumber, sliced
¾ cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
¾ cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Layer the romaine lettuce with the cucumber, grape tomatoes, pecans, cranberries, and blue cheese in a large salad bowl. Dress the salad with the balsamic vinaigrette before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 519.7 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

WATERMELON AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Watermelon and Blue Cheese Salad image

Refreshing summer salad of watermelon and blue cheese. Great for summer picnics.

Provided by PRINCESSCOOK1

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup light olive oil
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
5 pounds watermelon, cut into bite-size cubes
1 small sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or more to taste
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Mix watermelon, onion, and mint together in a separate bowl. Drizzle dressing over watermelon mixture and add blue cheese; toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 201.3 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor and quality, use fresh, crisp cucumbers and ripe, flavorful blue cheese.
  • For a milder flavor, use a milder blue cheese, such as Gorgonzola Dolce or Cambozola. For a more pronounced flavor, use a sharper blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Stilton.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers. Be careful to slice them evenly so that they cook evenly.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the salad, such as chopped walnuts, crumbled bacon, or sliced hard-boiled eggs.
  • If you're making the salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until just before serving. This will prevent the cucumbers from becoming watery.

Conclusion:

Cucumber and blue cheese salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. With its combination of sweet cucumbers, tangy blue cheese, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this cucumber and blue cheese salad a try.

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