Cucumbers, onions, and cheese come together to create a refreshing, light, and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal or potluck. The cucumbers provide a crisp and cool base, while the onions add a sharp and tangy flavor. The cheese adds a creamy and rich texture, and the combination of all three ingredients is simply irresistible. With a few simple steps, you can easily create this delicious and refreshing salad that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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GRANDMA'S CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD
Both of my grandmothers made this salad every summer when their gardens produced baskets of cucumbers. It's a cool, fresh side dish for any meal. One of my grandmas omitted the green pepper and the celery seed. She also put ice in it to chill it quickly and cut the vinegar taste.
Provided by KBOVER
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cucumber slices in a colander and liberally sprinkle salt over cucumbers; set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.
- Mix cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper together in a bowl.
- Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and 2 teaspoons salt together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; pour over cucumber mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 335.1 mg, Sugar 30.5 g
ROASTED CUCUMBERS AND ONIONS WITH FRESH HERBS
I invented this recipe out of a need for a way to use the surplus cucumbers from a friend's garden this summer. I had never heard of someone roasting cucumbers, and a quick internet search turned up nothing, so I thought it would make an interesting culinary experiment. As it turned out, though, I discovered a new family favorite! This fast and easy recipe makes a great side dish for any occasion. Great with chicken or steak! I've even eaten it by itself for a light lunch. What more could you ask for?
Provided by jrh143
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil. Spray the foil with olive oil cooking spray.
- Spread pieces of butter into the baking sheet and lay cucumber spears over the butter. Top with slices of sweet onion and scatter basil, parsley, cilantro, and mint over the top. Spray the vegetables again with olive oil cooking spray.
- Roast cucumber mixture in the preheated oven until cucumber spears begin to soften, about 10 minutes. Turn the cucumbers and onion slices over and return to oven; roast until cucumbers are tender, 15 to 20 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 43.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SOUR CREAM CUCUMBERS
We have a tradition at our house to serve this creamy cucumber salad with the other Hungarian specialties my mom learned to make from the women at church. It's especially good during the summer when the cucumbers are freshly picked from the garden. -Pamela Eaton, Monclova, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk sour cream, vinegar, sugar and pepper until blended. Add cucumbers and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CUCUMBER ONION DIP
"Family members request this fast and flavorful dip often," Judith Priglmeier assures from Aitkin, Minnesota. "We especially like it with baked potato chips, but it tastes great with any type of chip or cracker."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, cucumber, onion, mayonnaise, salt and pepper until blended. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with rye chips or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CUCUMBERS WITH ONION AND CHEESE
By Susanne Waugh. She says, "The Bhutanese serve soothing side dishes like this one to temper pepper-laden entrees."
Provided by realbirdlady
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine cucumber, onion, pepper, and cheese.
- Season to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.1, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 1.3, Sodium 4.7, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 3.9
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: For this recipe, it's best to use small, firm cucumbers with thin skins, such as Kirby or Persian cucumbers. Avoid large, seedy cucumbers, as they tend to be more bitter and watery.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help them absorb the flavors of the dressing and seasonings better. You can use a mandoline or a sharp knife to slice the cucumbers evenly.
- Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really makes this dish special. Be sure to use a dressing that is tangy, flavorful, and well-balanced. You can use a simple vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or even a yogurt-based dressing.
- Add some crunch: The addition of chopped nuts or seeds adds a nice crunchy texture to the dish. You can use almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds.
- Serve chilled: This dish is best served chilled. You can chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving, or even overnight.
Conclusion:
Cucumbers with onion and cheese is a refreshing, flavorful, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It's a great way to use up fresh cucumbers from your garden, and it's also a healthy and satisfying snack or side dish. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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