Best 2 Cucumber And Cilantro Salad Recipes

Cucumber and cilantro salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish to grilled meats or fish. The combination of crisp cucumbers, zesty cilantro, and tangy dressing creates a salad that is both satisfying and healthy. With so many variations on this classic recipe, it can be difficult to find the one that best suits your taste. This article will guide you through the various ingredients and techniques used to make cucumber and cilantro salad, helping you to create the perfect dish for your next meal.

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CUCUMBER AND CILANTRO SALAD

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A great foil for rich or spicy foods, with an Asian dressing. Adapted from a Bon Appetit recipe. This can marinate, reridgerated, up to 6 hours before service. Add some cooked shrimp for a heartier (non-vegan) dish.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon plain rice vinegar
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons white sesame seeds, lightly toasted
1/4 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes (or to taste)
cilantro leaf, from 1 1/2 bunches
2 stalks celery, sliced very thinly diagonally
1 medium cucumber, sliced very thinly
4 scallions, sliced very thinly diagonally (white and green parts)
salt, pepper to taste

Steps:

Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.
Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl, season to taste. Add dressing and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.7, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 20, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2, Protein 1.1

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD WITH CILANTRO AND MINT

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Greater Los Angeles is a collection of not just smaller cities but also exotic populations. Among those cities is Glendale (not so small: it would be the second-most-populous city in New England), a center of the Armenian diaspora and home to one of the world's largest Armenian populations outside Armenia. Fleeing religious violence in the late 19th century, genocide in the early 20th or the Soviet Union after that, Armenian Californians became integral in the development of the fig, raisin and bulgur businesses. They also opened restaurants. This salad comes from one of them, Adana. The chef and owner, Edward Khechemyan, gave me the recipe in 2013.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
1/2 small white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped purple or green basil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili powder (or ancho chile powder)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl; toss, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 309 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers. English or Persian cucumbers are ideal, as they have fewer seeds and a milder flavor.
If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use 1/4 cup of chopped parsley or basil instead.
If you like a little heat in your salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely chopped jalapeño pepper.
For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
To make the salad ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients except the cucumber and cilantro in a bowl and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Just before serving, add the cucumber and cilantro and toss to combine.

Conclusion:

Cucumber and cilantro salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy salad, give this cucumber and cilantro salad a try. You won't be disappointed!