Cucumber salad with tarragon Dijon dressing is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The crisp cucumbers are tossed in a tangy dressing made with Dijon mustard, tarragon, and red onion, and garnished with fresh herbs. This salad is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights or potlucks.
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CREAMY TARRAGON SALAD DRESSING
Fresh garlic, tarragon, mustard seed, and celery seed flavor this easy-to-make creamy vinaigrette. During the summer, I use 2 teaspoons of fresh tarragon.
Provided by Falvor King
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the Dijon mustard, sugar, vinegar, garlic clove, and salt into a blender. Cover, and puree until the garlic has blended smooth. Sprinkle in the xanthan gum, and blend about 15 seconds to mix well. With the blender running, pour in the vegetable oil alternately with the water; blend until thick and creamy. Add the celery seed, red pepper flakes, black pepper, tarragon, and mustard seed; pulse until the spices are evenly distributed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 201.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
TARRAGON SALAD DRESSING
Marie Hoyer of Lewistown, Montana whisks together tarragon, chives, parsley and Dijon mustard in her delightful vinaigrette. The fast-to-fix dressing will add a fresh tang to any bowl of mixed greens.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 5m
Yield 3/4 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 9 ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE
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
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 SALAD WITH TARRAGON DIJON DRESSING
Make and share this Cucumber Salad with Tarragon Dijon Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jbe467
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine all salad ingredients in bowl and chill 30-45 minutes prior to serving.
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients and chill until ready to serve.
CALIFORNIA CRAB STACK ON JAPANESE PICKLED CUCUMBER-MACHE SALAD DRESSED WITH TARRAGON DIJON DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Combine the sourdough bread crumbs and Dungeness crab meat, set aside. Combine remaining ingredients, except olive oil, and mix thoroughly. Gently fold in the crab and bread crumb mixture. Shape into patties approximately 1/2-inch thick. Heat olive oil in a non-stick saute pan. Cook crab cakes over medium heat to a golden brown about 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
- Combine all ingredients except flower confetti and refrigerate.
- Whisk together all ingredients and refrigerate.
- Place 1/4 cup of the salad mixture in the center of each of 4 plates. Place a crab cake on top of each salad. Drizzle each plate with Tarragon Vinaigrette and sprinkle with a garnish of flower petal confetti.
MIXED SALAD WITH TARRAGON
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all the vegetables and tarragon in a serving bowl. Dress salad with vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish the salad with lots of sesame seeds when ready to serve.
DIJON TARRAGON SALAD DRESSING
This salad dressing is great on a fresh spinach salad. Also great on fresh sliced tomatoes right out of the garden! I have made using different vinegar, but somehow it's just not the same.
Provided by stacycat5
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a jar. Cover and shake well.
- Pour over salad just before serving.
SALAD WITH HERB-DIJON DRESSING
Categories Salad Leafy Green Herb Mustard Tomato Quick & Easy Asparagus Green Bean Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, shallot, Dijon mustard, basil, tarragon, and thyme in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
- Cook green beans and asparagus in medium pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes; drain. Cut vegetables into 1/2-inch pieces; place in large bowl. Add lettuces, tomatoes and sliced basil leaves. Toss salad with enough dressing to coat.
TOMATO-AND-CUCUMBER SALAD WITH TARRAGON-AND-CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, salt and pepper. Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, onion and chives and toss to coat. Add the tarragon and mint and toss again. Line a serving bowl with the lettuce leaves and transfer the salad to it. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 194, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 401 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
CUCUMBER SALAD WITH DILL VINAIGRETTE
A fresh and light salad that involves no mayo or sour cream, so it is great for picnics and BBQs! Serve immediately or refrigerate overnight to let flavors blend.
Provided by CHEFBOYOSARAH
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and yellow bell peppers in a bowl; add vinegar, olive oil, capers, and dill. Toss to evenly coat vegetables with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 855.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
Tips:
- Choose firm, unwaxed cucumbers for the best flavor and texture.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly so that they absorb the dressing more easily.
- If you don't have fresh tarragon, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried tarragon.
- Taste the dressing before adding it to the salad and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for up to 2 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Cucumber salad with tarragon Dijon dressing is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and crisp texture, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.
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