Best 5 Cucumber Raisin Salad Recipes

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**Cucumber Raisin Salad: A Refreshing Side Dish for Any Occasion**

Cucumber raisin salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with crisp cucumbers, sweet raisins, and a tangy dressing. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared in just a few minutes.

This article features two variations of cucumber raisin salad: a classic recipe and a creamy recipe. The classic recipe is a simple combination of cucumbers, raisins, vinegar, sugar, and salt. The creamy recipe adds mayonnaise and sour cream to the dressing, creating a rich and creamy salad.

Both recipes are delicious and refreshing, and they are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. The classic recipe is a great choice for a light and healthy side dish, while the creamy recipe is perfect for a more decadent treat.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and refreshing salad. It is the perfect way to add a touch of sweetness and crunch to your next meal.

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

CUCUMBER, TOMATO, AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Cucumber, Tomato, And Avocado Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: english cucumber, roma tomatoes, ripe avocados, red onion, fresh cilantro, lemon, salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 english cucumber, diced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
3 ripe avocados, diced
½ red onion, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lemon, juiced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Slice then dice cucumber.
  • Slice then dice tomatoes.
  • Slice avocado and carefully remove stone. Scoop out inside and dice.
  • Peel onion and remove tops. Then slice.
  • Chop cilantro and place in a large salad bowl with previous ingredients.
  • Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Serve in a bowl.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 14 grams

CARROT RAISIN SALAD



Carrot Raisin Salad image

This colorful traditional salad is one of my mother-in-law's favorites. It's fun to eat because of its crunchy texture, and the raisins give it a slightly sweet flavor. Plus, the dish is easy to prepare. -Denise Baumert, Dalhart, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups shredded carrots
3/4 to 1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Mix the first 4 ingredients. Stir in enough milk to reach desired consistency. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI RAISIN SALAD



Broccoli Raisin Salad image

Broccoli raisin sunflower salad.

Provided by ed smith

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bacon
6 cups chopped broccoli
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 cup raisins
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 (3 ounce) package sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and cool. Chop bacon.
  • Mix broccoli, bacon, red onion, and raisins in a bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together in a bowl; stir dressing into broccoli mixture until evenly coated. Cover bowl and refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 1 hour. Sprinkle salad with sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 407.9 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

CUCUMBER SALAD



Cucumber Salad image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 large seedless cucumber
Sea salt
1/2 cup creme fraiche
Freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the vinegar, sugar and a splash of water in a small saucepan just long enough to dissolve the sugar. Transfer to a small serving bowl and let cool.
  • Peel the cucumber, then grate it on the large holes of a box grater or in a food processor using the shredding disk, or with a mandoline. Place the cucumber in a sieve and season with sea salt. Let drain for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Press the liquid from the cucumber, and then add the cucumber to the bowl with the vinegar mixture. Stir in the creme fraiche and season with white pepper. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

CUCUMBER RAISIN SALAD



Cucumber Raisin Salad image

I'm going through all of my old recipe magazines and posting the recipes so I can finally ditch the mags. This is from a 1997 issue of Taste of Home. Cook time is chill time.

Provided by Lisa Lou Who

Categories     Vegetable

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium cucumbers, halved and thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, julienned
1/4 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons raisins
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, carrots, onions and raisins.
  • Combine remaining ingredients; pour over cucumber mixture.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.6, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 211.2, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 9.1, Protein 1

Tips:

  • Make sure the mayonnaise is cold before mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help to keep the salad from becoming too runny.
  • If you don't have any vanilla yogurt, you can use plain yogurt instead. Just add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dressing.
  • For a sweeter salad, add more raisins. You can also add a tablespoon of sugar or honey to the dressing.
  • If you want a more savory salad, add some chopped celery or onion. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper to the dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This easy and refreshing cucumber raisin salad is the perfect side dish for any summer gathering. It's light, flavorful, and packed with healthy ingredients. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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