If you're in search of a refreshing and light appetizer or snack, look no further than cucumber herb spread. This creamy and flavorful spread is a delightful combination of fresh cucumbers, aromatic herbs, and tangy ingredients, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. With its vibrant green color and versatile nature, cucumber herb spread can be used as a dip for vegetables, crackers, or pita bread, or as a sandwich or wrap filling. It also adds a refreshing touch to grilled or roasted meats and fish. The best cucumber herb spread recipes utilize seasonal, fresh ingredients and offer a range of flavor profiles, from classic dill and garlic to zesty lemon and mint. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delicious and refreshing cucumber herb spread that will delight your taste buds.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CUCUMBER DILL SPREAD
For a delightfully different way to serve refreshing cucumbers, try this recipe. This creamy spread is so good with crackers or vegetables.-Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 2-1/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the lemon juice, onion, dill, horseradish and pepper sauce. Fold in cucumber. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CUCUMBER SPREAD
Make and share this Cucumber Spread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Spreads
Time 30m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel, core, and seed the cucumber, then grate.
- Sprinkle cucumber with salt in a colander and toss (this allows the cucumber to"sweat" out excess water); let stand for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice, then remove and gently squeeze liquid from cucumber.
- Mix grated cucumber with remaining ingredients and chill for a least an hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers or bread.
HERB SPREAD
Steps:
- (For an alternative replace the lemon, garlic and thyme with 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley)
- In a mixing bowl, add garlic, thyme, and lemon juice to the yogurt and mix well. Place mixture in cheesecloth, set over a colander, set over a bowl and place in refrigerator for 12 hours.
- Discard liquid and place remaining yogurt in bowl. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
CUCUMBER SANDWICHES WITH HERB BUTTER
Provided by Liz Logan
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield Four triangular sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a mandoline or a very sharp knife, cut the cucumber into thin slices and place them on a paper towel. You will need about 18 cucumber slices. Salt the cucumber lightly and cover with a paper towel. Let stand for 20 minutes so that any excess moisture is absorbed.
- In a small bowl or a blender, combine the butter with the chopped dill. Using a small spatula, lightly spread the dill butter on each slice of bread. Be sure to butter the bread all the way to the edges so that the slices stay moist and don't curl.
- Place 9 or more cucumber slices on one slice of bread, layering them in 3 rows. Top with a second slice of bread. Using a serrated knife, cut the sandwich diagonally to create two triangles. Repeat, using the remaining cucumber slices and slices of bread.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 100 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
CREAM CHEESE 'N HERB CUCUMBER BITES
So fast and easy, hollowed out cucumber 'boats' are filled with a creamy chive and onion mixture with grated carrots, then cut into bite-size pieces.
Provided by Philadelphia
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Reserve 2 Tbsp. carrots. Mix remaining carrots with cream cheese; spoon into cucumber shells. Top with reserved carrots.
- Cut each cucumber half into 5 pieces to serve.
CUCUMBER-HERB SALAD
Simple salads like this one are a great way to use summer's bounty. Here, kirby cucumbers are turned into a crunchy make-ahead side salad chock full of mixed tender herbs like parsley, mint, and chives.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, stir together cucumbers, oil, vinegar, and chopped herbs. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and vinegar. Serve, sprinkled with whole herb leaves.
CUCUMBER & HERB TRIPLE-DECKERS
Traditional cucumber sandwiches on brown bread are given a facelift with mint and chive cream cheese
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Afternoon tea, Side dish
Time 15m
Yield Makes 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Lay the cucumber slices on kitchen paper to dry. Whizz the cheese, mint and some seasoning in a small food processor or with a hand blender. Stir in most of the chives, then spread the cheese mixture over 6 slices of bread. Reserve 12 slices of cucumber, and arrange the rest over the cheese.
- Layer up 2 slices of cucumber-topped bread, then top with a plain slice. Repeat this twice more. Use a good knife to trim the crusts off the tripledeckers, then cut each into 4 squares. Top each mini sandwich with another cucumber slice. Sprinkle with the remaining chives to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
PHILADELPHIA® CUCUMBER DIP WITH HERBS
Use PHILDELPHIA® Cream Cheese to bring out the delightfully creamy texture of this dill and cucumber dish. It's perfect for entertaining.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Vegetable Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. each
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients until well blended; cover.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 130 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 2 g
CUCUMBER CANAPES
I always get requests for the recipe for these canapes whenever I serve them. They're delicate finger sandwiches with a creamy herb spread and festive red and green garnishes. -Nadine Whittaker, South Plymouth, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, cream cheese, onion, chives, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and seasonings. Cover and process until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours. , Using a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter, cut out circles from bread slices. Spread mayonnaise mixture over bread; top with cucumber slices. Garnish with pimientos and dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
COOL AND CREAMY CUCUMBER SPREAD BITES
The taste of light and refreshing cucumber sandwiches spread on tasty Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®.
Provided by SunnyDaysNora
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®
Time 15m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine cucumbers, cheese, red onion, dill, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. Stir well.
- Spread mixture on Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 276.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
Tips for Cucumber Herb Spread
- Choose the freshest cucumbers you can find. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your spread.
- Use a variety of herbs to create a flavorful spread. Some good options include dill, chives, basil, mint, and parsley.
- If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs. Just be sure to use about half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
- Add a little bit of lemon juice or vinegar to the spread to brighten the flavor.
- Serve the spread on crackers, bread, or vegetables. You can also use it as a dip for chips or pretzels.
Conclusion
Cucumber herb spread is a refreshing and flavorful dip or spread that can be enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious dip, give cucumber herb spread a try.
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