Best 18 Cucumber And Mint Salad Recipes

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**Cucumber and Mint Salad: A Refreshing Summer Dish**

Cucumber and mint salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up fresh cucumbers and mint from your garden. This salad is made with simple ingredients that are easy to find, and it can be prepared in just a few minutes. There are many different variations of cucumber and mint salad, but the most common ingredients include cucumbers, mint, vinegar, and sugar. Some recipes also include other ingredients, such as onions, tomatoes, or feta cheese. This article provides three different recipes for cucumber and mint salad, so you can find the one that best suits your taste. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and healthy summer dish, give cucumber and mint salad a try.

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TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD WITH MINT



Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion Salad with Mint image

Refreshing light summer salad.

Provided by Alison

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
⅔ cup coarsely chopped red onion
½ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the cucumbers, vinegar, sugar and salt. Let stand at room temperature for an hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, mint and oil to cucumbers and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 394.9 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD WITH MINT



Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion Salad with Mint image

Categories     Salad     Onion     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Mint     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large English hothouse cucumbers
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 large tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped
2/3 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • 6 SERVINGS Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise; scrape out seeds. Cut halves diagonally into 1/2-inch-wide pieces. Place in large bowl. Add vinegar, sugar and salt. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour; toss occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, red onion, mint and oil to cucumbers and toss to blend. Season salad with salt and pepper.

SPICY TOMATO, PEPPER, CUCUMBER, MINT, AND PARSLEY SALAD



Spicy Tomato, Pepper, Cucumber, Mint, and Parsley Salad image

Provided by Aglaia Kremezi

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Vinegar     Lemon     Mint     Meat     Cucumber     Arugula     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Thyme     Jalapeño     Parsley

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Salad:
3 medium ripe fresh red tomatoes
1/2 English cucumber, quartered lengthwise and finely sliced
1/2 cup tightly packed coarsely chopped purslane or arugula
2 scallions, including most of the green, thinly sliced
1 cup tightly packed coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or savory
2 to 4 jalapeño chiles, seeded and finely diced
2 tablespoons capers, preferably salt-packed, rinsed well and drained (optional)
Dressing:
3 tablespoons fruity extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of sumac (optional)

Steps:

  • Salad:
  • Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise and squeeze lightly to remove the seeds. With a serrated knife, dice the tomatoes and transfer to a strainer to drain. In a salad bowl, mix together the cucumber, greens, scallions, herbs, jalapeños, and capers. Add the tomatoes.
  • Dressing:
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, lemon zest,and salt and pepper to taste. Pour over the salad and toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes to give the flavors time to meld. Sprinkle with sumac before serving if you like.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CUCUMBER AND MINT



Shrimp Salad with Cucumber and Mint image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 18m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds medium shrimp, cleaned
1 cup fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 English cucumber, seeded and diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 lemon, zested
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook shrimp in boiling water for 3 minutes, drain and cool in refrigerator.
  • Put mint and lemon juice in food processor and pulse to coarsely chop the mint. Drizzle olive oil into processor while pureeing until mint is finely chopped.
  • In a serving bowl, toss shrimp, cucumber, mint mixture, zest, salt and pepper to combine.
  • This will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

CUCUMBER AND MINT SALAD



Cucumber and Mint Salad image

A tasty and filling salad! The fresh mint makes it shine. Can be made ahead and refrigerated. Just add oil and vinegar and mint at the last minute.

Provided by ADILIB

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup sliced celery
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
3 carrots, peeled and shredded
¼ cup raisins
1 cup chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place the cucumber, celery, garbanzo beans, carrots, raisins, and mint in a large bowl, and toss with the olive oil and red wine vinegar to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 178.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CHICKPEA AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH FRESH MINT



Chickpea and Cucumber Salad with Fresh Mint image

This Chickpea and Cucumber Salad with Fresh Mint is a refreshing minty salad for any time of year.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cucumbers (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 3/4 cups canned or cooked chickpeas, rinsed
1/2 cups roughly chopped mint leaves
2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
1/3 cups currants
1 1/2 teaspoons whole fennel seeds
3 tablespoons minced shallots
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Peel the cucumbers if they are waxed, and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon, and discard them. Cut cucumbers into 1/4-inch pieces. Place in a medium bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients, and toss well to combine. Adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve salad at room temperature.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH ORANGES AND MINT



Cucumber Salad with Oranges And Mint image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 English cucumber, sliced into rounds
1 (12-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
Salt
Ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cucumber, oranges, mint, vinegar, and oil. Toss to combine. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

CUCUMBER AND SNAP PEA SALAD WITH MINT



Cucumber and Snap Pea Salad with Mint image

The recipe for this refreshing and crunchy Cucumber and Snap Pea Salad with Mint comes from Robert Estep of East Haddam, Connecticut.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 pound snap peas, trimmed (strings removed if necessary) and sliced on the diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small bunch mint leaves (about 3/4 cup), torn

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Add cucumbers and snap peas, then toss to combine. Stir in mint just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g

PITA-BREAD SALAD WITH CUCUMBER, MINT, AND FETA



Pita-Bread Salad with Cucumber, Mint, and Feta image

Baked pita chips add a satisfying crunch to this cucumber salad topped with savory feta cheese and refreshing mint for a delicious summertime recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 regular pita breads, cut into 1-inch squares
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt
3 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 bunch fresh mint, trimmed and leaves thinly sliced
1/2 bunch watercress, trimmed
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 1/2 cups)
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pita squares in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until they are nicely crisp, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and olive oil, and season with salt.
  • In a medium salad bowl, combine toasted pita bread, celery, and cucumber; add vinegar mixture, and toss well to combine. Just before serving, add mint and watercress; gently toss again. Sprinkle feta cheese over the top, and season with pepper.

WATERMELON, CUCUMBER AND FETA SALAD WITH MINT



WATERMELON, CUCUMBER AND FETA SALAD WITH MINT image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole seedless watermelon
1 bunch mint, chopped
1 cucumber, seeded and diced
1/2 cup plain feta, crumbled
1/4 cup or more olive oil
Coarse salt to taste

Steps:

  • Using a melon baller, ball entire watermelon flesh and place in large bowl. Add chopped mint, cucumber, feta, olive oil and salt. Stir gently. Serve.

BULGUR SALAD WITH CUCUMBER, DILL, AND MINT



Bulgur Salad with Cucumber, Dill, and Mint image

Categories     Salad     Side     Vegetarian     Mint     Cucumber     Summer     Dill     Parsley     Bulgur     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup bulgur (cracked wheat)
1 cup fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 cups finely chopped fresh parsley
8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place bulgur in large bowl. Whisk lemon juice, oil and garlic to blend in small bowl; pour over bulgur. Mix in cucumbers, parsley, green onions, dill, and mint. Cover and chill until bulgur is tender, about 6 hours. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.) Serve cold or at room temperature.

BULGUR, CUCUMBER, DILL AND MINT SALAD



Bulgur, Cucumber, Dill and Mint Salad image

Categories     Salad     Herb     Vegetable     Side     Vegetarian     Summer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 20 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 1/3 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups bulgur (Also called cracked wheat)
6 medium cucumbers (about 4 pounds), peeled, seeded, chopped
4 cups chopped fresh parsley
3 cups chopped green onions
3 cups chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped fresh dill
2/3 cup chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Whisk lemon juice, oil, garlic and salt in very large bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with pepper. Mix in bulgur.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon atop bulgur (do not mix). Cover and chill overnight or up to 2 days. Toss salad. Transfer to serving bowl.

ARBORIO RICE SALAD WITH CUCUMBER AND MINT



Arborio Rice Salad with Cucumber and Mint image

Categories     Salad     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Buffet     Mint     Cucumber     Vegan     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound Arborio rice
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1 pound cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
3/4 cup fresh mint leaves, minced
radishes as an accompaniment if desired

Steps:

  • To a kettle of boiling salted water add the rice, stirring, return the water to a boil, stirring, and boil the rice, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until it is tender. Drain the rice in a large colander or sieve, rinse it under cold water until it is cooled, and drain it well. Transfer the rice to a large bowl. The rice may be cooked 3 days in advance and kept covered and chilled.
  • In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. To the rice add the dressing, the cucumber, and the mint, toss the salad well, and serve it with the radishes. The salad may be made several hours in advance and kept covered and chilled.

FRESH MINT AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH TAHINI VINAIGRETTE



Fresh Mint and Cucumber Salad With Tahini Vinaigrette image

This is a simple salad with a Middle Eastern feel. It's as easy as it looks! From The Conscious Cook by Chef Tal Ronnen.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons tahini
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (or grapeseed oil)
1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 teaspoons shallots, minced (or red onion or scallion, white part)
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons light agave nectar (or honey)
3/4 cup plain soy yogurt (or regular yogurt)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
sea salt
feshly ground black pepper (optional)
1 English cucumber, peeled, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • To make vinaigrette:.
  • Combine tahini, oil, lemon juice, shallot, garlic, agave nectar, yogurt, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water in a blender and puree until smooth, adding more water if needed to make dressing pourable. Add cayenne and season to taste with salt and pepper(if using).
  • To make salad:.
  • Place the cucumber in a small bowl, top with enough of dressing to coat generously, and then sprinkle with the mint and parsley. Toss to combine. Serve and enjoy!

LAMB SALAD WITH CUCUMBER AND MINT



Lamb Salad With Cucumber and Mint image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     project, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield Four first-course or two main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 rib lamb chops, boned
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon water
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped hot chilies, or more to taste
1/2 medium carrot
1 European seedless cucumber, unpeeled, very thinly sliced
1/4 cup jicama, cut into small dice
1/4 cup bean sprouts
1/4 cup smashed and finely minced lemon grass, from the bottom part of the stalk
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, cut across into thin strips
1/2 cup mint leaves, cut across into thin strips
1 tablespoon nam pla (Thai fish sauce), or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, water, sugar, 3/4 teaspoon salt and chilies in a small saucepan over low heat. Heat until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Use a peeler to scrape the carrot into 2-inch thin strips. Cut the strips lengthwise to make a fine julienne. Place the carrots in a bowl with the cucumber, jicama, sprouts, lemon grass, cilantro and half of the mint. Toss and set aside.
  • Heat a medium-size nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add lamb, cook until medium-rare, 30 seconds per side. Cut across grain into thin slices. Season with salt.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and use your hand to squeeze the dressing into the salad. Mix in the nam pla. Divide among 2 or 4 plates, creating a tall mound. Top with the remaining mint. Drape the lamb over the salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 460, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 587 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

BLACK RICE SALAD WITH CUCUMBER, MANGO, AND MINT



BLACK RICE SALAD WITH CUCUMBER, MANGO, AND MINT image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Low Cal     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy

Yield 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

For the salad:
1 cup chopped mango
1 bunch of sliced scallions, (both green & white parts)
1 good-sized english cucumber, chopped
1 red bell pepper, minced
bunch of mint, minced
4 c cooked black rice or red quinoa
1 lb. shrimp, shelled deveined, and cut into ½" sized pieces.
Dressing:
juice of 3 limes
1 tsp Fish sauce
dash of Tabasco
2 tbsp Olive oil

Steps:

  • Put all the veggies and grain in a big bowl and toss. Mix the dressing ingredients in a separate container and pour over the salad. Toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve chilled. This salad is best 1-3 hours after it has been made. It will remain appealing for about 3 days in the refrigerator. Can be prepared a day ahead of time. Keep the dressing separate, as lime juice loses its tang quickly, and the salt in the fish sauce will cause the veggies to lose their crunch.

COUSCOUS AND CRAB SALAD WITH CUCUMBER JUICE AND MINT



Couscous And Crab Salad With Cucumber Juice And Mint image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 10m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cucumber juice (see recipe)
1/2 cup uncooked instant couscous
2 cups lump crab meat, picked over for shells
15 small cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place 3/4 cup of the cucumber juice in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the couscous, cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Uncover and stir with a fork. Place in a bowl and set aside to cool.
  • Add the crab meat, cherry tomatoes, onion, mint and lemon and lime rinds and toss to coat. Toss in the remaining cucumber juice. Season with the salt and pepper. Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 158, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 413 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD WITH CILANTRO AND MINT



Cucumber and Tomato Salad With Cilantro and Mint image

Greater Los Angeles is a collection of not just smaller cities but also exotic populations. Among those cities is Glendale (not so small: it would be the second-most-populous city in New England), a center of the Armenian diaspora and home to one of the world's largest Armenian populations outside Armenia. Fleeing religious violence in the late 19th century, genocide in the early 20th or the Soviet Union after that, Armenian Californians became integral in the development of the fig, raisin and bulgur businesses. They also opened restaurants. This salad comes from one of them, Adana. The chef and owner, Edward Khechemyan, gave me the recipe in 2013.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
1/2 small white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped purple or green basil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili powder (or ancho chile powder)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl; toss, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 309 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest cucumbers you can find. The fresher the cucumbers, the more crisp and flavorful your salad will be.
  • Peel the cucumbers if desired. Peeling the cucumbers is not necessary, but it will give your salad a smoother texture.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly. Thinly sliced cucumbers will absorb the dressing better and be more tender.
  • Use a variety of mints. Feel free to mix and match different types of mint, such as peppermint, spearmint, and chocolate mint.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time. The dressing can be made up to 24 hours in advance. This will give the flavors time to meld together.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This salad is best served chilled. You can chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving, or up to overnight.

Conclusion:

This cucumber and mint salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy salad, give this cucumber and mint salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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