Best 6 Cucumber Chive And Goat Cheese Salad Recipes

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Cucumber, chive, and goat cheese salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. Its preparation is quick and easy. It contains a delicious blend of fresh, crisp cucumber, aromatic chives, creamy goat cheese, and a tangy dressing. This combination of ingredients creates a light and flavorful salad that can be served as a side dish or a main course.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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This Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing spin on a classic lettuce-based salad. The addition of creamy goat cheese and black olives adds an unexpected creaminess and tang to this delicious summer staple.

Provided by Marina | Let the Baking Begin

Categories     Appetizer     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6-7 cocktail cucumbers
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1/2 large sweet onion
1/2 cup goat cheese
1/4 cup black olives
1 tbsp chopped dill
2-3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cut the cocktail cucumbers into 1/4 inch circles, tomatoes in half and the sweet onion to a small dice. Finely chop the dill as well.
  • Combine all ingredients, including the goat cheese, black olives, olive oil and the salt in a bowl. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 547 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AVOCADO-HERB SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving
2 avocados
1 cup assorted cherry tomatoes, halved
1 Kirby cucumber, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup torn fresh parsley
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 head Boston lettuce (or other tender greens), torn into pieces
Flaky sea salt
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice in a large bowl. Halve and pit the avocados, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces; add to the bowl and toss. Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, chives and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and pepper. Gently toss until well combined.
  • Place the lettuce in a large serving bowl. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt; toss to coat. Spoon the avocado salad over the lettuce, top with the goat cheese and season with more sea salt. Serve with lemon wedges.

CUCUMBER, CHIVE AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Make and share this Cucumber, Chive and Goat Cheese Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Veghead

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 small English cucumber, sliced
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
sea salt and pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together oil and juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour over cucumber slices and serve.

CREAMY CUCUMBER, RADISH, AND TOMATO SALAD



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Creamy cucumber, radish, and tomato salad. Garnish with a little extra dill.

Provided by Mindy Harwood

Categories     Tomato Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bunch radishes, diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 large English cucumber, diced
¼ medium red onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, feta, chives, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add radishes, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion and toss together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 362.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CREAMY GOAT CHEESE CHIVES DIP



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This is a fresh summer dip that my sis and me came up with when needing to use up some things that were left in the fridge. It is tangy from the goats cheese with a nice freshness added by cucumber and tomatoes. Goes great with crudites and crackers. I hope youll enjoy this as much as we do!

Provided by Lalaloula

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons goat cheese (cream cheese)
3 tablespoons cream cheese with chives
1 teaspoon light sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh chives, snipped
6 cherry tomatoes, chopped (I leave the seeds in for moisture, but you may deseed them, too)
1/4 cucumber, deseeded and finely diced
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl stir together goats cheese and cream cheese with oil. Add cucumber, chives and tomatoes and mix well. If you have deseeded your tomatoes you might need to add a little milk to reach the desired consistency.
  • Season with pepper to taste.
  • Serve with crackers or veggies of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.6, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1.7, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1, Protein 0.4

CHIVE CUCUMBER SALAD



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"Mother always made this refreshing salad when w had Sunday guests," relates Ruth Andrewson of Leavenworth, Washington. "It has a light, pleasant dressing and looks lovely served in a pretty glass bowl."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons minced chives
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cucumbers and sour cream. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Stir in remaining ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers: English or Persian cucumbers are best for this salad, as they have a mild flavor and thin skins.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help them absorb the dressing and make them easier to eat.
  • Use fresh herbs: Chives and dill are classic herbs to use in this salad, but you can also use basil, mint, or tarragon. Mint and dill pair especially well with goat cheese.
  • Don't overdress the salad: The dressing should be light and flavorful, so don't use too much of it. You can always add more if needed.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best when served fresh. The cucumbers will start to wilt if they sit in the dressing for too long.

Conclusion:

Cucumber, chive, and goat cheese salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a light lunch. The combination of crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and tangy goat cheese is sure to please everyone at your table.

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