Best 6 Cucumber Nut Bread Recipes

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Are you searching for a delightful and wholesome treat that combines the freshness of cucumbers with the nutty flavor of your favorite nuts? Look no further than the delectable world of cucumber nut bread! This unique and flavorful bread is a delicious addition to any meal, whether it's breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack. With its moist, tender crumb and the perfect balance of sweetness and savory flavors, cucumber nut bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER QUICK BREAD



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Move over, zucchini - Darlene Kamis has replaced you with cucumbers in this moist, cinnamony loaf. "When we have lots of cucumbers in our garden, I use them in my favorite zucchini recipes," relates the Romeoville, Illinois cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 cups grated seeded peeled cucumbers
1 cup vegetable oil
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped nuts
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat eggs. Beat in sugar, cucumbers, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine the remaining ingredients; add to cucumber mixture and beat just until combined. Pour into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts :

CUCUMBER NUT BREAD



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Need to do something with all those cucumbers from your garden? Here is a delicious, moist nut bread with spices you can vary to your taste.

Provided by Marcella

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
2 cups peeled, seeded, and shredded cucumber
3 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 2 5x9-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
  • Place shredded cucumbers into a colander and let drain for about 30 minutes.
  • Stir eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, vanilla extract, drained cucumber, and pecans together in a large bowl. Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, and cloves in a separate bowl. Stir dry ingredients into the cucumber mixture until batter is thoroughly combined. Spoon batter into prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake loaves in the preheated oven until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of each loaf comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let loaves cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing from pans to finish cooling on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 230.6 mg, Sugar 33.9 g

CUCUMBER AND BREAD SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 Bolillos, or 1/4 loaf crusty Italian bread
6 pickling cucumbers, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 Italian Roma tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup green olives, pitted and cut in half
6 ounces Panela cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Lettuce leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Cut the bread, with crusts, into 1/2-inch cubes. Spread on a tray to thoroughly dry, 1 to 2 hours, or dry in a 250 degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Mix the cucumbers, onion, tomatoes, olives and cheese together in a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and the bread cubes. Toss well, cover and chill 30 minutes. Serve cold on lettuce-lined plates.

CUCUMBER AND BREAD SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 Bolillos, or 1/4 loaf crusty Italian bread
6 pickling cucumbers, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 Italian Roma tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup green olives, pitted and cut in half
6 ounces Panela cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Lettuce leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Cut the bread, with crusts, into 1/2-inch cubes. Spread on a tray to thoroughly dry, 1 to 2 hours, or dry in a 250 degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Mix the cucumbers, onion, tomatoes, olives and cheese together in a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and the bread cubes. Toss well, cover and chill 30 minutes. Serve cold on lettuce-lined plates.

CUCUMBER PARTY BREAD



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My mom makes this for all get-togethers. It is great for an appetizer or a snack. I make this bread for social parties, and it disappears quickly.

Provided by sara_nicole40

Categories     Breads

Time 15m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium cucumber
1 loaf rye cocktail bread (found in the deli section)
1 (2/3 ounce) packet good season's zesty italian dry salad dressing mix
16 ounces cream cheese (can use low fat if you want)
dill weed, to sprinkle on at the end to taste

Steps:

  • Peel and slice cucumber thinly.
  • Mix cream cheese and dressing mix together in bowl.
  • Spread cheese mix generously onto bread slice.
  • Top with a cucumber slice.
  • Sprinkle a pinchful of dillweed on top.
  • Repeat.
  • Make as many as you want depending upon party size.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.1, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 20, Sodium 54, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1.4

FRUIT & NUT BREAD



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This recipe makes great use of convenient frozen bread dough. The tender bread makes a pretty loaf to bring to a holiday gathering or to give as a gift.- Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 loaf (12 wedges).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped dates
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Turn bread dough onto a floured surface; roll out to 1-in. thickness. Sprinkle the walnuts, raisins, cranberries and dates over dough; fold over and knead well until the fruit and nuts are evenly mixed into dough. Shape into a round loaf and place in a greased 9-in. round baking pan., Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Beat egg white and honey; brush over loaf. With a sharp knife, make 2 shallow crosses across top of loaf. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and firm cucumbers: Overripe cucumbers can make your bread bitter.
  • Grate the cucumbers finely: This will help them blend into the bread better.
  • Use a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour: This will give your bread a nice texture and flavor.
  • Add a touch of sweetness: Sugar, honey, or maple syrup can all be used to add a little sweetness to your bread.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your bread tough.
  • Bake the bread at a moderate temperature: This will help it to rise evenly and prevent it from burning.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Cucumber nut bread is a delicious and unique bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers and it is also a healthy alternative to traditional white bread. With its moist texture, nutty flavor, and hint of sweetness, cucumber nut bread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you have a few extra cucumbers on hand, give this recipe a try!

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