Best 4 Sweet Tart Cucumber Salad Recipes

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**Sweet Tart Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Summer Side Dish**

Cucumber salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. This sweet and tart version of the classic salad is made with fresh cucumbers, onions, and a tangy dressing made with vinegar, sugar, and spices. The salad is also incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables such as tomatoes, bell peppers, or radishes. You can also adjust the amount of vinegar and sugar in the dressing to make it more or less sweet or tart. No matter how you make it, this sweet tart cucumber salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.

**Additional Recipes Included in the Article:**

* **Creamy Cucumber Salad:** This creamy and tangy salad is made with cucumbers, onions, celery, and a dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and vinegar.
* **Dill Cucumber Salad:** This refreshing and flavorful salad is made with cucumbers, onions, and a dressing made with vinegar, sugar, and dill.
* **Asian Cucumber Salad:** This unique and flavorful salad is made with cucumbers, onions, carrots, and a dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
* **Spicy Cucumber Salad:** This flavorful and spicy salad is made with cucumbers, onions, jalapeños, and a dressing made with vinegar, sugar, and chili powder.

With so many delicious options to choose from, you're sure to find a cucumber salad recipe that you'll love.

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

FAVORITE CUCUMBER SALAD



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Add a fresh-tasting touch to your menu with this favorite salad. The crunchy cucumbers are tossed with onion, green pepper and a sweet-tart dressing seasoned with celery seed.-Mary Lou Boyce,Wilmington, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon celery seed
7 cups thinly sliced peeled cucumbers (about 6 medium)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk sugar, vinegar, salt and celery seed. Add cucumbers, onion and pepper; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEET SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Sweet Spicy Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large cucumbers, seeded and diced, peel if desired
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 -2 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup sugar
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers, onion and minced jalapenos in a large bowl.
  • In a seperate bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients; pour over cucumber mixture and toss well to coat.
  • Chill at least 3 hours before serving.

SWEET, TART, AND SPICY SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad image

Provided by Amelia Saltsman

Categories     Salad     Ginger     Appetizer     Sauté     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Basil     Shrimp     Cucumber     Hot Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Dressing:
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons golden brown sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)*
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely grated lime peel
1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)*
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
Salad:
2 pounds Persian or Japanese cucumbers (about 8)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup lightly salted roasted peanuts
1 pound cooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
4 cups thinly sliced Napa cabbage
1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size strips
3 green onions, cut into matchstick-size strips
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup torn fresh Thai basil leaves or regular basil leaves
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds,* toasted
Available in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Whisk all dressing ingredients to blend in small bowl; let dressing stand while preparing salad.
  • For salad:
  • Peel half of cucumbers; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds with small spoon. Cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups) and place in large strainer set over bowl.
  • Cut off ends from remaining cucumbers and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 1/2 to 3 cups); add to strainer. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; let drain 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanuts; sauté until golden. Using slotted spoon, transfer peanuts to paper towel to drain.
  • Combine shrimp, cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and basil in large bowl.
  • Pat cucumber pieces dry and add to salad. Toss with dressing; sprinkle with peanuts and black sesame seeds.

MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD



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This is an easy salad that is perfect for a warm summer day.

Provided by BogeyBill

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
½ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon fresh, coarsely ground black pepper
3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 onion, sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

  • Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp cucumbers for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have red onion, you can use a white or yellow onion instead.
  • If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
  • For a sweeter salad, add an extra tablespoon of sugar or honey to the dressing.
  • For a tangier salad, add an extra tablespoon of vinegar to the dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This sweet and tangy cucumber salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh cucumbers, red onion, and a sweet and tangy dressing. The salad can be served immediately or chilled for later. It is a great way to use up fresh cucumbers and is a healthy and delicious addition to any meal.

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