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57 recipes tagged with cucumber.
Light, fluffy couscous tossed with crisp cucumber, scallions, fresh herbs, and plenty of lemon. This quick Mediterranean-inspired side is fresh enough to…
About 1 quart jar These spicy pickles go especially well with Braised Pulled Pork and other rich meats. For a milder pickle, halve the amounts of Sichuan…
6 to 8 servings Along with Panzanella, this bread salad is a summer darling; just the thing to make when tomatoes and cucumbers are abundant and appetites…
A classic Tuscan bread and tomato salad with crisp cucumbers, red onion, olives, and a tangy vinaigrette. The bread is toasted until golden and tossed…
4 servings For a more texturally interesting salad, slice some of the cucumbers and chop the rest. Include different kinds of tomatoes—chopped large…
5 servings Serve this salad with grilled fish or shrimp. Mango and papaya are great additions.
4 to 6 servings This recipe gives you permission to hit your vegetables, but know when to stop. The cucumbers should be cracked all over, not turned into…
A savory tomato aspic molded with vegetables and lump crabmeat, served chilled. This retro dish is perfect for a light lunch or appetizer.
A refreshing salad of jicama, cucumber, oranges, radishes, and red onion tossed in lime juice, seasoned with chili powder and cilantro.
About 6 cups; 4 servings The stale bread gives this cooling soup a wonderful, rich texture.
A refreshing cucumber salad with ginger, lime, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a cooling side for spicy dishes.
4 servings When my father, Ethan, came to visit during the holidays, he stayed at the now-defunct Mallory Hotel in Portland, Oregon. We would invariably…
A refreshing cold soup made with cucumbers, yogurt, and walnuts, seasoned with dill and garlic. Perfect for a light summer meal.
A classic cold Spanish soup made from ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and bread, blended until smooth and chilled. Serve with diced vegetables and…
About 1 ½ cups These sandwiches are traditionally served at festivities surrounding the Kentucky Derby. They are made even better by the addition of…
A quick and refreshing gazpacho made with edamame, tomato, cucumber, and bell pepper in a chilled tomato juice base. Ready in just 10 minutes.
About 2 cups A cool companion to fried foods or grilled meat, and a fine dip on its own with pita bread.
4 servings For a special treat, add crabmeat to make a seafood cocktail.
About 1 ¾ cups Serve this cooling condiment alongside spicy meats, fish, poultry, or vegetarian entrées. For a change, substitute ¾ cup peeled, shredded…
A classic Greek salad with crisp lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, and optional anchovies, tossed in a vinaigrette.
1 serving This summertime drink is the invention of two close friends, Rachel Ranch and David Browning. They named the drink after a Buena Vista Social…
A refreshing Southern-style salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion dressed in a sweet-tangy sorghum and vinegar dressing. Perfect for summer…
Classic cucumber tea sandwiches with buttered bread, thinly sliced cucumber marinated in vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Perfect for afternoon…
A vibrant salad with mixed greens, herbs, cucumber, papaya, and a tangy vinaigrette. Toasted almonds and crumbled cheese add crunch and richness.
A light and warming bowl featuring lentils and fennel with a turmeric-ginger vinaigrette. Perfect for spring eating, this dish is packed with plant-based…
A nourishing bowl featuring spiced chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and cilantro chutney over rice. Inspired by traditional Indian flavors like turmeric…
A refreshing salad of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese tossed in a lemon vinaigrette, served in sourdough pita pockets with a parsley gremolata…
A fresh Indian salad with onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and a tangy lime dressing. Perfect as a side dish or wrapped in puris.
These salmon burgers are made with fresh salmon, herbs, and a tangy yogurt sauce. They are pan-seared and served on toasted brioche buns with lettuce…
A quick and flavorful grain bowl with farro, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs tossed in a spiced vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or side dish.
Toasted baguette slices topped with goat cheese, caraway seeds, cucumber, Nova lox, red onion, and capers. A quick and impressive appetizer for brunch.
A creamy Greek yogurt sauce with grated cucumber, garlic, and dill. Perfect as a dip or condiment.
A fresh and peppery salad featuring kohlrabi, cucumber, and radishes, dressed with lime, cumin, and smoked salt. Perfect for a light late summer lunch.
Spiced lamb meatballs with harissa are served with a cool cucumber-mint tzatziki and warm pitas. Perfect for summer gatherings, they can be enjoyed as a…
Crispy tofu bowls with a tangy cucumber salad and Thai sweet chili vinaigrette. A quick, customizable dinner that reduces food waste.
A crispy filo pastry pizza topped with oven-dried tomatoes, fresh cucumber, tuna, and a soy mayonnaise. A light and flavorful summer dish.
A tangy and spicy pickle made with young green papaya and cucumber, marinated in apple cider vinegar with Thai chile and garlic. Perfect as a refreshing…
A refreshing Malay salad with pineapple, cucumber, and red onion in a tangy vinegar dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.
A refreshing Mallorcan trampó salad with a Middle Eastern twist, featuring tomatoes, green peppers, cucumber, and a dressing of pomegranate molasses…
A refreshing side salad with smashed Persian cucumbers tossed in a tangy, spicy sesame dressing. Salting the cucumbers enhances their crunch and flavor.
A savory Chinese noodle dish with ground pork in a fermented bean sauce, topped with fresh cucumber and green onions. It's a family-friendly meal often…
Tender slow-cooked lamb shoulder seasoned with paprika, cumin, and oregano, served on flatbread with crispy fries, cucumber salad, and yogurt. A…
Hamachi crudo is served with a vibrant aguachile verde made with cucumber, tomatillo, serrano, and mezcal. The dish is garnished with charred shishito…
A creamy cucumber-dill sauce perfect for fish, made with fresh summer cucumbers. It also complements rice bowls, tacos, and poke.
These cone-shaped sushi hand rolls are filled with smoked salmon, avocado, cucumber, and sautéed shiitake mushrooms. They are easy to assemble and fun to…
Fresh sockeye salmon marinated in a soy-sesame dressing, served over rice with avocado and cucumber. A perfect summer dish for a back-deck dinner party.
A vibrant bowl featuring summer vegetables like zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and corn, served with creamy basil pesto. Perfect for a light lunch or…
A savory bowl with lentil falafel, crisp vegetables, olives, hummus, and cashew tzatziki. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors with a hint of Indian spices.
Tender slow-cooked pork shoulder marinated in a savory-spicy gochujang sauce, served in lettuce cups with fresh vegetables.
A crispy tofu bowl with quinoa, cucumber salad, and a Thai sweet chile vinaigrette. Ready in 30 minutes.
A refreshing and savory Chinese side dish made by smashing cucumbers and tossing them with a soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and chili dressing. It…
A quick and easy pickle of chilled cucumber slices in distilled white vinegar with black pepper. Perfect as a refreshing side dish.
A classic Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with red wine vinegar and oregano.
A classic cold tomato soup from Spain, made with fresh vegetables and herbs. Perfect for hot summer days.
A refreshing Greek-style yogurt dressing with cucumber and dill, perfect for salads or as a dip.
A classic Greek tzatziki sauce made with drained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill. Perfect for gyros or as a dip.
A creamy cucumber dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and fresh cucumber. Perfect for salads or as a dip.
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