Best 3 Cucumber Pomegranate Salad Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with a refreshing and vibrant Cucumber Pomegranate Salad, a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy textures. This salad is a symphony of flavors, combining crisp cucumbers, juicy pomegranates, tangy red onions, fresh mint, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. As you bite into each morsel, the crispness of the cucumbers mingles with the sweet bursts of pomegranate arils, while the red onions add a piquant touch. The fresh mint infuses the salad with a refreshing aroma, and the creamy lemon-tahini dressing ties all the elements together, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. This salad is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, with its vibrant colors and textures adding a pop of freshness to any table. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a vibrant addition to your next potluck, this Cucumber Pomegranate Salad is sure to impress.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER AND POMEGRANATE SALAD

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Provided by Louisa Shafia

Categories Salad Cucumber Winter Pomegranate

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cucumbers, peeled, halved, and seeds removed
Seeds of 1 pomegranate
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, green parts only
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Juice of 1 lime
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Cut the cucumbers into slices 1/4 inch thick. Put the cucumber slices in a bowl with all but 4 tablespoons of the pomegranate seeds. Add the scallions, cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil. Toss and season with salt.
To serve, divide the salad among bowls and top with the crumbled feta, a tablespoon of pomegranate seeds, and a few grinds of pepper.

CUCUMBER AND POMEGRANATE SALAD

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This recipe is adapted from "Lucid Food: Cooking for an Eco-Conscious Life", a cookbook that concentrates on local and sustainable eating and recipes, while reducing your carbon footprint.... What an amazingly simple, delicious and BEAUTIFUL salad this is!!! Soooo colorful!

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 salad, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cucumbers, peeled, halved and seeds removed
1 pomegranate, seeds only
1/4 cup scallion, thinly sliced green parts only
1/2 cup cilantro leaf, fresh
lime, juice of one
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

Cut the cucumbers into quarter-inch slices and place in a bowl.
with all but 4 tablespoons of the pomegranate seeds.
Add the scallions, cilantro leaves, lime juice and olive oil.
Toss and season with salt.
Divide the salad among four bowls and top with the crumbled feta, the remaining pomegranate seeds and a few grinds of pepper before serving.

CUCUMBER & POMEGRANATE SALAD

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Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 English Cucumber - sliced thin
1 pomegranate - seeds
Scallion
Cilantro
Olive Oil
Lime/lemon
Goat Cheese

Steps:

Mix all ingredients.

Tips:

If you want a creamier dressing, add one tablespoon of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
To make a sweeter salad, add one teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
For a spicier salad, add one-fourth teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
If you don't have pomegranate seeds, you can use dried cranberries or raisins instead.
This salad is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This cucumber pomegranate salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.