Best 7 Dilled Cucumbers Morgan Recipes

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**Dilled Cucumbers: A Refreshing and Versatile Summer Treat**

As the summer sun shines brightly, there's nothing quite like the crisp, refreshing taste of a perfectly pickled cucumber. Dilled cucumbers, with their bright green hue and tangy, garlicky flavor, are a summertime staple, perfect for snacking, salads, and sandwiches. This collection of recipes offers a variety of ways to enjoy this classic pickle. From the traditional dill pickle to variations with spicy peppers, fresh herbs, and even a sweet and sour twist, there's a recipe here for every taste.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBERS WITH DILL



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Sprinkling cucumber slices with salt and letting them stand in a colander draws out excess water so they stay crisp when set on a barbecue buffet. Try this cucumber dill salad alongside any grilled entree. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium cucumbers, sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place cucumber slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 15 minutes, stirring once. Rinse and drain well. , In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, dill, sugar and pepper. Add cucumbers; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 480mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CUCUMBER SLICES WITH DILL



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This cool cucumber salad is quick and easy to prepare. It does require at least 2 hours in the fridge for the fullest flavor so plan ahead!

Provided by JulieK

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large cucumbers, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 cup white sugar
½ cup white vinegar
½ cup water
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, combine cucumbers, onions and dill. In a medium size bowl combine sugar, vinegar, water and salt; stir until the sugar dissolves. Pour the liquid mixture over the cucumber mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving (the longer this dish marinates the tastier it is!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 294.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

BEST-EVER CUCUMBER DILL SALAD



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Just experimenting one day and came up with a yummy, fresh twist on an old recipe.

Provided by Margie

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cucumber, very thinly sliced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup sour cream, or to taste
¼ cup vinegar, or more to taste
¼ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ lime, juiced
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon dill
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ stalk celery, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place cucumber slices in a colander. Generously sprinkle salt over cucumber; let sit until water starts to bead on the slices, about 10 minutes. Drain water from cucumber slices.
  • Whisk sour cream, vinegar, yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, sugar, and dill together in a large bowl until dressing is smooth. Mix cucumber, onion, and celery into dressing until evenly coated; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 42.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

CREAMY DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD



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This creamy cucumber salad, a Norwegian favorite, was a staple at all of our family holidays. -Patty LaNoue Stearns, Traverse City, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in a colander over a bowl; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 15 minutes. Squeeze and blot dry with paper towels., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; stir in cucumbers. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

DILLED CUCUMBERS MORGAN



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 hothouse cucumbers (about 1 1/2 pounds), quartered, seeded, and sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
1 medium sweet onion (about 1/2 pound), peeled, quartered, and sliced very thin

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, and dill. Add cucumbers and onion, and toss to coat well. Cover and chill. Cucumbers keep, covered and chilled, for 2 days.

DILL PICKLED CUCUMBERS



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Forget shop-bought gherkins and pickles - making your own preserved cucumbers is much tastier, and easy to do too

Provided by Jane Hornby

Categories     Side dish

Time 25m

Yield Makes 4-5 x 450ml jars

Number Of Ingredients 12

1kg small pickling or ridged cucumber
85g coarse crystal sea salt
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds
10 cloves
few pieces of mace blades
pinch of dried chilli flakes (optional)
2 bay leaves
700ml white wine vinegar , plus 3.5 tbsp
100g white sugar
handful of dill sprigs

Steps:

  • Cut the pickling or ridged cucumbers into sticks or slices. Layer with the coarse crystal sea salt in a large bowl, cover and leave overnight. Drain away the brine, then rinse.
  • To make the pickling vinegar, put the whole spices in a medium saucepan. Toast over a low heat until they begin to smell aromatic. Add the dried chilli flakes last, as these can easily catch. Add the bay, pour in all of the vinegar and sugar, let it dissolve, and bring to a simmer. Add the dill sprigs.
  • Pack the cucumber into jars, pour over the hot vinegar and seal. Ready to eat in 2 weeks, or longer, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

DILLED CABBAGE-AND-CUCUMBER SLAW



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Using Savoy cabbage and swapping out most of the traditional mayonnaise for sour cream take this crunchy coleslaw to the next level.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 Savoy cabbage (1 1/2 pounds), finely shredded (8 cups)
2/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup packed coarsely chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 Kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Stir together cabbage, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours. Stir in cucumbers. Adjust seasoning; serve.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm cucumbers for the best results.
  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers. This will help them absorb the marinade more evenly.
  • Add additional spices or herbs to the marinade to suit your taste. Some popular options include garlic, dill seeds, and red pepper flakes.
  • Make sure the marinade completely covers the cucumbers. If necessary, add more vinegar or water.
  • Allow the cucumbers to marinate for at least 2 hours before serving. This will give them time to soak up the flavors of the marinade.
  • Store the cucumbers in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Dilled cucumbers are a refreshing and flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed all summer long. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy snack or side dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give dilled cucumbers a try!

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