Welcome to the exploration of the delightful world of garden salad cucumber cups! This refreshing and vibrant dish is a culinary symphony of fresh vegetables, crisp cucumber cups, and a tangy dressing, all coming together to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a light lunch option, a healthy appetizer, or a vibrant side dish, these garden salad cucumber cups are sure to impress. With minimal effort and a burst of flavor, this recipe will guide you through the steps of creating this delightful dish that's not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritional goodness.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GARDEN CUCUMBER SALAD
If you like cucumber salad like I do, this one's a cool pick. It's a mix of fresh veggies, feta and Greek seasoning and so refreshing when the sun's beating down. -Katie Stanczak, Hoover, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently to combine. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRUNCHY GARDEN SALAD
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the sliced radishes, sliced cucumber, mint and cilantro in a medium bowl. Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper, to taste, until well combined. Pour the dressing on top of the salad and toss to combine. Place arugula on a serving dish and top with tossed salad. Serve immediately.
GARDEN SALAD CUCUMBER CUPS
Make and share this Garden Salad Cucumber Cups recipe from Food.com.
Provided by That is Dr House to
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut the cucumbers into 1 inch disks.
- Toss all except 2 tbsp cheese, the dressing and cucumbers in a large bowl and season to taste. Chill until ready to fill cups.
- Scoop out 1 tbsp from center of each disk with melon baller leaving sides and bottom intact.
- Fill with about a tbsp of salad mix and top with remaining cheese if using.
- Serve immed.
- Note: It is a forgiving recipe. I omitted the basil, used Lemon Pepper Mrs Dash. My dressing was a Sweet and Sour Cherry poppy seed dressing. I added a small onion [I mean baby size] You can play with this recipe and your ingredients and it works well. Use garden fresh veggies for the best taste.
- Note servings are not the number of cucumbers this makes. It should be about 36 cucumber slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 11.4, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4, Protein 1.5
CREAMY GARDEN CUCUMBER SALAD
Wonderful side dish to have at your family cookouts! Quick and easy, and the flavors really transform your garden cucumbers. You can also add grape or cherry tomatoes for enhancement. Keep in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Provided by EQUILDOTTSIN
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Arrange cucumber slices in a large bowl, generously seasoning each layer of cucumber with salt and pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours.
- Drain liquid from cucumbers. Gently press cucumber slices with paper towel to absorb any remaining liquid.
- Stir half-and-half, sour cream, mayonnaise, green onions, ranch dressing mix, sugar, dill, celery salt, and lime juice together in a small bowl; pour over cucumber slices and gently stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 528.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
'I HATE CUCUMBERS!' CUCUMBER SALAD
My grandpa frequently sends me veggies from his garden, and the cucumbers always go bad! Though I've never cared for them much, this is an easy recipe that even I can enjoy. For more crunch, you may want to slice your veggies thicker.
Provided by Lindsey Beth Aldridge Chinni
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir together vinegar, sugar, pepper, and dill in a large bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the mayonnaise until smooth, then add cucumbers, celery, and red onion until evenly coated with the dressing. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and stir once again before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 37.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CREAMY GARDEN CUCUMBER SALAD
Delicious vegetables with a creamy dill dressing. Prep time does not include marination time, so allow for that.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine salad ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl, mixing well.
- Toss together dressing with salad and allow to marinate for several hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.4, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5.3, Sodium 211.2, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 1.6
GARDEN CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD
This recipe comes from my husband's great-grandmother. It's especially good with ripe tomatoes from the garden, but drained canned tomatoes may also be used.-Maxine Foreman, Columbus, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a serving bowl, combine the tomatoes, green pepper, cucumber and onions. Sprinkle with sugar; toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in water, vinegar, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Stir; serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, select firm, straight cucumbers with a deep green color and no blemishes. English cucumbers work well for this recipe as they are less watery and have a milder flavor.
- Chill the cucumbers: Chilling the cucumbers before slicing helps them stay crisp and refreshing.
- Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you make clean, even slices without tearing the cucumbers.
- Don't overfill the cups: Be careful not to overfill the cucumber cups, as the filling may spill over when you eat them.
- Serve immediately: Garden salad cucumber cups are best served immediately after they are assembled. If you need to make them ahead of time, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
Conclusion:
Garden salad cucumber cups are a refreshing and flavorful appetizer or light lunch option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings to choose from, you can create a unique and delicious dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a healthy and tasty snack, give garden salad cucumber cups a try. You won't be disappointed!
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