Best 11 Cucumber Herb Vinaigrette Recipes

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When it comes to refreshing and healthy side dishes, cucumber herb vinaigrette is a culinary delight that combines the natural coolness of cucumbers with the aromatic zest of herbs and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. This vibrant salad boasts a symphony of flavors and textures, making it a perfect complement to grilled meats, fish, or as a light and satisfying meal on its own. Whether you're seeking a dish for a warm summer gathering or a comforting addition to your weekday lunch routine, uncovering the best recipe for cucumber herb vinaigrette will open doors to a world of culinary possibilities.

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CUCUMBER SALAD WITH HERB & GARLIC DRESSING (VINAIGRETTE)



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Recipe video above. Crisp, juicy cucumber and a tasty Herb & Garlic Vinaigrette makes for a sensational salad!! It's refreshing with extra flavour from the dressing - I can eat SO MUCH of this!! A touch of mustard is key here - thickens the dressing to help it coat the cucumber slices.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cucumbers (, standard (or 2 long Telegraph/English cucumber(Note 1))
1/2 red onion (, finely diced)
1 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar ((Note 2))
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove (, minced)
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
3/4 tsp mixed dried herbs ((Note 3 sub))
1/2 tsp white sugar ((optional))
1/2 tsp salt and black pepper (, EACH)

Steps:

  • Shake Dressing in a jar.
  • Cucumber: Trim ends then slice about 3 mm/ 1/8" thick.
  • Place in bowl with red onion.
  • Pour over Dressing, toss gently and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 244 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CUCUMBER HERB VINAIGRETTE



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As the base of this herb-spiked dressing, pureed cucumber provides a mellow grassy flavor and a luxurious texture. Pureeing vegetables into a salad dressing is a great way to give it body (and to sneak in more low-cal vegetables). Experiment with tomatoes, arugula and/or roasted garlic to create your own dressing magic.

Provided by Ellen Ecker Ogden

Categories     Low-Sodium Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon nonfat or low-fat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Puree cucumber, oil, vinegar, chives, parsley, yogurt, mustard, horseradish, sugar and salt in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 63.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE



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This can be used as dressing on terraines or gelees or serve it with mixed fresh veggies as a dip. Very low calorie and tasty Added comments 24 July 09 I think what may be missed is that this is to be used as a condiment on perhaps a Terraines or a Gelles so the flavor of the Vinaigrette will compliment not rule.. It should be slightly chunky in texture not smooth. I am sorry that it has been a disappointment to all three of you.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Canadian

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 English cucumber, peeled & seeded and roughly chopped, should yield apprx 1 1/2 cups
1 teaspoon sherry wine or 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon freesh dill, chopped or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed, dry
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
pepper
2 garlic cloves, peeled

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients in a food processor and blend still lightly chunky(almost smooth).
  • Refrigerate until serving.

CUCUMBER HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Cucumber is the base of this dressing; it provides a mellow grassy flavor and a luxurious texture. It may be refrigerated for up to 3 days. They recommend serving it atop a salad of mixed greens, radishes, scallions and hard-boiled eggs. Recipe from Eating Well. NOTE after making dish: Mine turned out VERY thick and so I thinned it with some water and vinegar, but then it needed more seasoning (garlic worked well). So don't be afraid to play around with this recipe a little, as it truly is a good springboard for a dressing. It is fresh tasting and beautiful in color.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon nonfat yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Puree all ingredients together in a blender until smooth.

CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE WITH BASIL AND GARLIC



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A perfect foil for chopped tomatoes, boiled potatoes or pasta salads.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     condiments, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup cucumber juice (see recipe)
2 tablespoons plain lowfat yogurt
4 teaspoons finely chopped scallions
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil
1 medium clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk the cucumber juice and yogurt together in a medium bowl. Whisk in the scallions, basil, garlic, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 22, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 171 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

CUCUMBER-HERB SALAD



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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

6 to 7 Kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded, and sliced 1/4 inch thick (6 cups)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar, plus more to taste
1/3 cup mixed chopped fresh tender herbs, such as parsley, mint, and chives, plus whole leaves for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

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 VINAIGRETTE



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As the base of this herb-spiked dressing, pureed cucumber provides a mellow grassy flavor and a luxurious texture.

Provided by Breana Lai, M.P.H., R.D.

Time 10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon nonfat or low-fat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Puree cucumber, oil, vinegar, chives, parsley, yogurt, mustard, horseradish, sugar and salt in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 66.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE



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Use this cucumber vinaigrette as dressing for our Cucumber, Corn, and Crab Salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cucumber, peeled and seeded
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 cup grapeseed oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place cucumber, vinegar, mustard, and tarragon in a food processor, and process until smooth. With the machine running, drizzle in grapeseed oil; process until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.

CUCUMBER HERB VINAIGRETTE



Cucumber Herb Vinaigrette image

As the base of this herb-spiked dressing, pureed cucumber provides a mellow grassy flavor and a luxurious texture.

Provided by Breana Lai, M.P.H., R.D.

Time 10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon nonfat or low-fat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Puree cucumber, oil, vinegar, chives, parsley, yogurt, mustard, horseradish, sugar and salt in a blender until smooth.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 66.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CUCUMBER-THYME VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     condiments

Time 5m

Yield One-half cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup cucumber juice (see recipe)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients and use immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 30, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 57 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Cucumber

Yield makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cucumber, peeled and seeded
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 cup grapeseed oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place the cucumber, vinegar, mustard, and tarragon in a food processor, and process until smooth. With the machine running, drizzle in the grapeseed oil; process until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, up to 2 days.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, use fresh, crisp cucumbers that are free of blemishes. English cucumbers are a good choice because they have a mild flavor and fewer seeds.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help them absorb the dressing better.
  • Use a variety of herbs: The herbs in this recipe add a lot of flavor, so don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations. Some good options include basil, chives, dill, mint, oregano, parsley, and thyme.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: This will give the flavors time to meld together. You can store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best when served fresh. The cucumbers will start to wilt if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

This cucumber herb vinaigrette recipe is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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