Best 8 Cucumber Coleslaw Recipes

As a refreshing and versatile side dish, cucumber coleslaw offers a crisp and light addition to any summertime gathering. This crunchy salad combines shredded cucumber, shredded cabbage, and a tangy dressing, resulting in a balanced and flavorful dish. Whether served as a complement to grilled meats or as a standalone salad, cucumber coleslaw brings a burst of freshness to any meal. With its ease of preparation and its ability to accommodate various dietary preferences, this classic recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy and delightful side dish.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER SLAW

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A new twist that is healthier than a basic slaw. This is easy and fast to make.

Provided by hargster

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cucumbers - quartered, seeded, and thinly sliced
2 carrots, shredded
¼ onion, grated
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
¼ cup apple cider vinegar

Steps:

Combine cucumbers, carrots, onion, sugar, coriander, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; add vinegar and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 337 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

CUCUMBER-CABBAGE SLAW

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 head green cabbage, shredded (about 8 cups)
2 English cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
2 carrots, grated
2 scallions, sliced

Steps:

Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, celery seeds, hot sauce, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
Add the cabbage, cucumbers, carrots and scallions; toss. Season with salt and pepper.

CUCUMBER COLESLAW

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I created this cucumber coleslaw recipe so I could use a julienne peeler I received as a gift. I had leftover sparkling wine, so I thought I'd try to use it over julienned cucumbers to make this refreshing slaw. It's a nice way to round out a brunch or picnic. -Merry Graham, Newhall, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sparkling or dry white wine
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon Key lime juice
1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
1-1/2 teaspoons molasses
1 teaspoon sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon pepper
COLESLAW:
3 English cucumbers, julienned
2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1 cup fresh snow peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, arugula, peas, almonds and cranberries., Just before serving, pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CUCUMBER SLAW

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Cool and refreshing on a hot summer day. Not too hard on the calories either. This is a nice side dish for salmon. Cook time listed is refrigeration time.

Provided by _Pixie_

Categories Vegetable

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 large English cucumber
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon chives, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt

Steps:

Cut the cucumbers in quarters lengthwise, remove and discard the seeds.
Coarsely grate the cucumber and place it in a bowl add the salt and stir well.
Refrigerate for 2 hours then drain and rinse in a sieve, pressing to remove excess moisture.
Mix the chives, dill and yogurt well and add to the cucumbers, stir to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 884.3, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 1.3

DILLED CABBAGE-AND-CUCUMBER SLAW

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Using Savoy cabbage and swapping out most of the traditional mayonnaise for sour cream take this crunchy coleslaw to the next level.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 Savoy cabbage (1 1/2 pounds), finely shredded (8 cups)
2/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup packed coarsely chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 Kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces (2 cups)

Steps:

Stir together cabbage, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours. Stir in cucumbers. Adjust seasoning; serve.

PEPPERY COLESLAW WITH CUCUMBERS AND CELERY

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Tired of sweet coleslaw? Try this for a nice change.

Provided by Susan Bray Garrison

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes With Mayo

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ small head cabbage, shredded
½ cucumber, chopped
1 stalk celery with leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white vinegar
¼ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

Mix cabbage, cucumber, celery, cilantro, and parsley in a bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl; stir dressing into slaw until thoroughly mixed. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 315.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ASIAN CUCUMBER SLAW

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Posted for ZWT6 - Asian Regions. Found on a grocery recipe card located in Harris Teeter. This is such a refreshing salad and very reasonable on caloric intake.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 40m

Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 seedless cucumber, shredded and drained
1 cup carrot, shredded (250 ml)
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced (125 ml)
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1/4 cup roasted salted cashews (60 ml)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced

Steps:

In a medium bowl combine cucumber, carrots, red bell pepper, and onion.
In another small bowl combine the ingredients for the sesame dressing and whisk together.
Pour dressing over cucumber mixture and chill until chilled. Add cashews just before serving and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 109.7, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 1.9

CABBAGE AND CUCUMBER SLAW

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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories quick, weekday, appetizer, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 cups finely shredded cored Napa cabbage
1 cup daikon in fine julienne
2 medium-size cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut in julienne
1 tablespoon finely minced seeded fresh red chili, or to taste
6 scallions, finely chopped
1/3 cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut or grapeseed oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

Place Napa cabbage, daikon, cucumbers, chili and scallions in large bowl, and mix.
Mix vinegar and ginger in small bowl. Beat in oils. Pour over cabbage mixture, and toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper, fold in cilantro, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 84, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 326 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cucumbers and cabbage. This will help them absorb the dressing better and make the coleslaw more flavorful.
If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
To make the coleslaw ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. The flavors will meld together and the coleslaw will be even more delicious the next day.
Serve the coleslaw chilled or at room temperature. It's a great side dish for grilled meats, fish, or chicken.

Conclusion:

Cucumber coleslaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, can be prepared ahead of time, and is a healthy and delicious way to add some extra vegetables to your diet. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious coleslaw recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!