Best 10 Easy Cucumber Salad Recipes
## Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Delight for Any Occasion
Cucumber salad is a refreshing and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even a light main course. Made with crisp cucumbers, tangy vinegar, and a variety of herbs and spices, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, cucumber salad is a perfect choice. This article offers three variations of this classic salad, each with its own unique twist: a classic cucumber salad with a tangy vinegar dressing, a creamy cucumber salad with a mayonnaise-based dressing, and a spicy cucumber salad with a kick of chili peppers. No matter your taste preferences, you're sure to find a cucumber salad recipe in this article that you'll love.
EASY CUCUMBER SALAD
This is a perfect side dish for your summer barbecue or any Mediterranean or Middle Eastern dish. You can also substitute 2 large tomatoes for the cucumber for a delicious tomato salad.
Provided by bwalker
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 4h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together the vinegar, parsley, dill, garlic, sugar, and salt in a bowl; add the cucumber and stir to coat. Cover and chill in refrigerator 4 to 8 hours. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 584 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
QUICK AND EASY TOMATO, ONION, AND CUCUMBER SALAD
This salad is great to accompany a barbecue meal. It's light, refreshing, and very easy to make. Easily doubled or tripled if making for a large crowd.
Provided by for the love of veg
Categories Onions
Time 10m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all vegetables in large bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix together vinegar, mayo, Dijon and dill.
- Pour over veggies and mix well to combine.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.1, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 7.9, Sodium 271.3, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.9, Protein 2.3
EASY LEMONY-DILLY CUCUMBER SALAD
Zesty lemon zest, tasty dill, and a teensy bit of sugar all combine with cucumbers to make a super-duper tasty combo. The recipe says 4 servings, but I ate it all myself. Does not keep well, so only make as much as you will be eating right away.
Provided by MyFoodWontKillYou...Really
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, and sugar in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the mayonnaise until smooth; fold in the diced cucumber. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
SUPER EASY: CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD
This is actually the creamy version of my other recipe Recipe #382231. My DH actually prefers the creamy version more, but it totally depends on what type of Italian dressing I have on hand as to which one I make.
Provided by AcadiaTwo
Categories Vegetable
Time P1DT20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel and slice cucumbers and onions very thinly (I use a mandolin for this).
- Place cucumbers, onion slices and salad dressing in a container that has a tight fitting lid.
- Place the lid on and give the container a couple of shakes which will coat the cucumbers, chives and onions with the dressing and toss the salad.
- Place container in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.5, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 203.5, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 1.4
EASY CUCUMBER, TOMATO AND ONION SALAD
Make and share this Easy Cucumber, Tomato and Onion Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Hugce
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cut up veggies in glass bowl.
- Mix remaining ingredients together and pour over veggies.
- Refrigerate at least one hour (longer is better).
- Serve with slotted spoon so that liquid remains in bowl.
EASY KOREAN CUCUMBER SALAD
This was the first salad my Korean friends served me, and it has been my favorite way to eat cucumber since! The cucumbers I use are about 16 inch long, which is perfect for 4 servings. If using smaller cucumbers, use about one small per serving. It should make about 1 lb for 4 servings Cooking time is chilling time.
Provided by Mia in Germany
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thinly slice cucumber.
- In a bowl, mix sliced cucumber with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar and chili powder.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan until fragrant, let cool and sprinkle over cucumber salad.
- Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- You might want to add some salt, so try for saltiness before serving because the soy sauce amount isn't very high. You can also add more chili powder if you want some more heat.
EASY TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD
An easy old-fashioned cucumber salad that's quick to prepare as a side dish to any meal.
Provided by cynjne
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cucumbers in a large bowl. Whisk vinegar, sugar, oil, soy sauce, and salt together in a separate bowl; pour over cucumbers. Stir to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 367.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SUPER EASY: CUCUMBER SALAD
I can't remember where or how I learned to make it this way, but I have been making it this way for over 30 years. ****NOTE: Cooking time is chilling time.
Provided by AcadiaTwo
Categories Vegetable
Time P1DT20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Peel and slice cucumbers and onions very thinly (I use a mandolin for this).
- Place cucumbers, onion slices and salad dressing in a container that has a tight fitting lid.
- Place the lid on and give the container a couple of shakes which will coat the cucumbers and onions with the dressing and toss the salad.
- Place in container in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Enjoy!
EASY & DELICIOUS CUCUMBER SALAD, HUNGARIAN STYLE
This simple and easy to make cucumber salad comes from my fiance's Hungarian family. It can be made with or without sour cream. We like to serve it as an accompaniment to baked chicken or pork. It also would make a nice addition to a summertime picnic or barbecue spread.
Provided by Jane Manna
Categories Other Salads
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Peel cucumbers and slice wafer thin. Thinly slice onions.
- 2. Place cucumbers into bowl. Mix cucumbers by hand with a lot of salt (this is necessary to draw the water from the cucumbers). Chill for 30 minutes or so.
- 3. By hand, squeeze the moisture from the cucumbers ~ really wring them out! Place into colander and rinse.
- 4. Return cucumbers to bowl and add sliced onions. Add about a cup of white vinegar. Add about ½ cup of water. Add 2-3 tablespoons of sugar.
- 5. Stir and taste. Adjust vinegar, sugar and salt to taste.
- 6. If you find that you have added too much vinegar, add more water.
- 7. Once you have achieved the flavor you want, drain off liquid until the liquid comes to only about ¼ inch under the cucumbers and onions.
- 8. Sprinkle Hungarian paprika & ground black pepper over top of cucumbers ~~ Don't mix!
- 9. Chill and enjoy!
- 10. *** Variation: After adjusting the spices for the last time, drain off all of the liquid. Stir in sour cream to the desired consistency. Top with Hungarian paprika and ground black pepper as above. Chill.
EASY CRISP CUCUMBER SALAD
Categories Salad Tomato Vegetable Appetizer No-Cook Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Basil Chill
Yield 5 Bowls
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1.)Slice 1 of the cucumbers into long thin ribbons using a veggie peeler 2.)Peel 1 remaining Cucumber into inch cubes. Toss w/remaining ingredients into bowl. 3.)Place mixture in center of a serving platter. Arrange reserved cucumbers around the edge. Finally you can put the dressing.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers. English or Persian cucumbers are ideal, as they have fewer seeds and a thinner skin.
- If you're using a regular cucumber, peel it before slicing to remove the tough skin.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly so they absorb the dressing more easily.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the onion so it doesn't overpower the other flavors in the salad.
- Red onion is a classic choice for cucumber salad, but you can also use white or yellow onion if you prefer.
- Fresh dill is the herb of choice for cucumber salad, but you can also use fresh parsley or mint if you don't have dill on hand.
- For a creamy dressing, use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of vinegar.
- If you like a sweeter dressing, add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup.
- For a tangy dressing, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a teaspoon of white wine vinegar.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
Conclusion:
Cucumber salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy salad that everyone will enjoy. Experiment with different dressings and toppings to find your favorite combination.
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