Best 5 Cucumbers With Feta Mint And Sumac Recipes

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Delight your taste buds with cucumbers dressed in a delightful melody of flavors—tangy feta cheese, refreshing mint, and a sprinkling of zesty sumac. This vibrant combination, commonly found in Mediterranean cuisine, promises a burst of freshness with every bite. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a crisp salad to accompany your main course, or a delightful mezze platter, this recipe for cucumbers with feta, mint, and sumac will be a delectable addition to your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBERS WITH FETA, MINT AND SUMAC



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Garden-grown summer cucumbers are ideal for this easy salad, but even hothouse cucumbers are vastly improved with this zesty treatment. The sumac powder can be found at Middle Eastern groceries or online spice emporiums. Sumac adds a pleasant sour flavor that lemon juice alone does not provide. To keep the cucumbers crisp, don't dress them more than 30 minutes before serving.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds Persian cucumbers, peeled
Salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces feta, cut into rough 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon sumac
2 tablespoons chopped mint
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Pinch of crushed red pepper
Pinch of dried oregano

Steps:

  • Halve cucumbers lengthwise and slice into 1/2-inch pieces. Place in a large bowl and season generously with salt and pepper. Add garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, feta and sumac and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Transfer to a serving platter. Just before serving, sprinkle with mint, parsley and crushed red pepper, then dust with oregano.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 423 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

CUCUMBER WITH FETA CHEESE AND MINT



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Make and share this Cucumber With Feta Cheese and Mint recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 1 salad, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large cucumber
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped mint leaf
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Wash and dry the cucumber and cut it into very thin crosswise slices. Place the slices in a salad bowl, sprinkle with feta cheese and mint.
  • In a small whisk the oil and lemon juice with the salt and pepper to make a vinaigrette made with lemon juice. Pour over the salad and toss thoroughly. Serve immediately.

WATERMELON, FETA AND MINT SKEWERS WITH SUMAC



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Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small seedless watermelon, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small honeydew melon, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, optional
1 (8-ounce) block feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes or coarsely crumbled
1 tablespoon honey, such as buckwheat
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 lime, juiced
1/2 teaspoon sumac, for sprinkling, see Cook's Note*

Steps:

  • Assemble the watermelon and honeydew melon on a platter. Top with the feta cheese and drizzle with honey. Tear the mint leaves over the salad and sprinkle lime juice over the top. Sprinkle with the sumac. Serve.

CUCUMBER GAZPACHO WITH MINT PASTE



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This is a great, refreshing soup on a hot day. It is made in minutes. You can also make parsley paste and serve it with the soup, just substitute parsley for mint. Serve with crusty bread or garlic bread.

Provided by Silke

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Gazpacho Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, peeled and halved lengthwise
½ (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 pinch white sugar
1 pinch cayenne pepper
½ bunch fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
1 tablespoon chopped hazelnuts
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon lemon juice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Scrape cucumber seeds into a fine mesh sieve and press out as much liquid as possible. Reserve liquid and roughly chop cucumbers.
  • Combine cucumbers and cucumber liquid in the bowl of a food processor; process until smooth.
  • Whisk cucumber puree and sour cream together in a bowl. Season with sugar and cayenne. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Mash together mint, olive oil, and hazelnuts in a mortar and pestle until a paste forms. Season with salt and lemon juice.
  • Divide gazpacho between individual bowls and place a spoonful of mint paste on top of each.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 216 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

FETA CUCUMBER SALAD



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If you like the distinctive taste of feta cheese, you'll enjoy this crisp and refreshing cucumber medley, "Even our twin daughters ask me to make this speedy salad," reports Connie Lasko from Mistatim, Saskatchewan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4-5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium cucumbers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, remove seeds and discard. Cut cucumbers into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt. Stir in onions. Combine the cheese, lemon juice, oil and pepper; add to cucumber mixture and stir gently.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, use fresh, firm cucumbers that are free of blemishes.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help them to absorb the dressing more easily.
  • Use a sharp knife: This will help to create clean, even slices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the cucumbers, be sure to give them enough space so that they can cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the cucumbers: Overcooked cucumbers will be mushy and bland.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the cucumbers before serving and add additional seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Cucumbers with Feta, Mint, and Sumac is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of cucumbers, feta, mint, and sumac creates a unique and delicious flavor profile that is sure to please everyone. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for a quick and healthy meal.

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