Best 4 Cucumber Squash Salad Recipes

Indulge in a refreshing and healthy treat with our tantalizing cucumber squash salad, a delightful combination of crisp cucumbers, tender squash, and a burst of zesty flavors. This salad offers a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring three delectable variations to suit your palate. Dive into the classic Cucumber Squash Salad, a harmonious blend of cucumbers, squash, onions, and a tangy dressing. Experience a Mediterranean twist with our Cucumber Squash Salad with Feta, where creamy feta cheese adds a savory touch. For a bold and spicy kick, try our Cucumber Squash Salad with Sriracha, where a hint of heat elevates the salad to a whole new level. Each recipe offers a unique culinary journey, catering to various preferences and taste buds.

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

CUCUMBER & SQUASH SALAD

Cucumber & Squash Salad image

I developed this recipe one summer when I had too many summer squash and needed a different, tasty way to use them. It's an easy, quick salad lunch. -Jacqueline Miller, Wooster, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 cup thinly sliced yellow summer squash
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons prepared Italian salad dressing

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PICKLED CUCUMBER, SQUASH, AND RED PEPPER SALAD

Pickled Cucumber, Squash, and Red Pepper Salad image

Categories Salad Vegetarian Quick & Easy Vinegar Cucumber Bell Pepper Summer Chill Yellow Squash Simmer Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

For pickling liquid
3 cups water
1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon celery seeds
1 whole clove
3 small yellow squash
1 large cucumber
2 red bell peppers
1/2 large sweet onion

Steps:

Make pickling liquid:
In a saucepan simmer pickling liquid ingredients 3 minutes and cool.
Halve squash lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Halve cucumber lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cut bell peppers lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide strips and cut onion into 1/4-inch-thick slices. In a large bowl combine vegetables and pickling liquid. Chill salad, covered, at least 1 day and up to 4. Before serving, drain salad.

CUCUMBER, CANTALOUPE, AND SQUASH SALAD

Cucumber, Cantaloupe, and Squash Salad image

Yogurt and lime zest add zing to this refreshing chilled salad with cucumber, cantaloupe, and squash.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
Finely grated zest of 1 lime
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 yellow summer squashes (about 1 pound), unpeeled
1 English cucumber (about 10 ounces), unpeeled
1 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 large cantaloupe, rind removed

Steps:

Make the dressing: Combine yogurt, lime zest and juice, salt, cumin, and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate 20 minutes.
Make the salad: Using a vegetable peeler or a mandoline, shave squashes and cucumber into wide ribbons, stopping when you reach seeds. Toss with vinegar and salt. Cover, and refrigerate. Shave cantaloupe into ribbons, and refrigerate.
Just before serving, drain cucumber and squash ribbons, and toss with cantaloupe. Drizzle with dressing.

PAM'S CREAMY CUCUMBER AND SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

Pam's Creamy Cucumber and Summer Squash Salad image

I was asked to post this after I mentioned it in a comment. It is one of my favorite creamy summer salads and really depends on what I have growing and available in my garden. It is more assembling than cooking so I will give you a list of ingredients and you take it from there. :)

Provided by Pam Ellingson

Categories Other Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

cucumbers (picklers, burpless, armenian, regular or any variety you like)
summer squash ( zucchini, yellow crookneck or straightneck,patty pan, or any soft skinned squash)
onion (yellow, white, shallot, green or scallions, red will discolor the salad after a few hours)
jicama peeled and chopped or shredded on the large holes of box grater, or canned water chestnuts chopped)
mayonnaise (light regular or fat free, miracle whip will be sweeter)
sour cream (iight, fat free, regular, or plain/greek yogurt, drained)
salt and pepper (to taste)
vinegar (white, white wine, white balsamic, cider, rice or seasoned rice. your preference of light colored vinegars)
sugar (splenda, stevia, agave, nutrisweet or other))
thyme (1 to 2 tsp fresh or 1/4-1/2 tsp dried)
mustard (honey mustard, dijon, grainy, or other mustard of preference)
garlic powder (pinch to 1/8 tsp)

Steps:

1. Wash, peel (if desired, I usually leave the skins on) de-seed (If necessary) and chop veggies. Place in large bowl. Slice onions thinly. Peel and prepare jicama (or drain and chop water chestnuts) Add to bowl.
2. In a smaller bowl, mix all dressing ingredients well. Use up to 1/2 c. each of mayo and sour cream as a base depending on how many veggies you are using. Adjust other seasonings to your taste for full size recipe. Approx 1/4 c vinegar, 2-3 Tbsp sweetener,thyme and garlic powder as directed, mustard to taste (I use honey mustard 1-3 Tbsp). Mix again and pour over veggies, stir and refrigerate until served.
3. As I said, this is more "Food assembly" than actual cooking, so try your own mixture. You can add peas, carrots, green beans, radishes, or whatever you like. Change to parsley and basil, or tarragon, or lemon thyme, etc. Have fun and enjoy!

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe cucumbers and squash. Look for cucumbers that are firm and have a deep green color. For the squash, choose ones that are heavy for their size and have a smooth, unblemished skin.
To make the salad ahead of time, simply prepare the vegetables and dressing and store them separately in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, combine the vegetables and dressing and toss to coat.
This salad is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. If you have any extra cucumbers or squash, simply add them to the salad.
Feel free to experiment with different variations of this salad. For example, you could add other vegetables, such as tomatoes, bell peppers, or onions. You could also change the dressing by using a different type of vinegar or oil.

Conclusion:

Cucumber squash salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.