Marinated cucumber salad with ricotta salata is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The cucumbers are thinly sliced and marinated in a mixture of vinegar, olive oil, herbs, and spices. The ricotta salata adds a creamy and salty flavor to the salad. This salad is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or as a main course. It is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy cucumbers.
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MARINATED CUCUMBER SALAD WITH RICOTTA SALATA
This recipe for marinated cucumber salad with ricotta salata comes from "Scott Conant's New Italian Cooking." It makes for a delicious summer side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar, basil, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add cucumbers and toss to combine. Let stand at room temperature or refrigerated, for up to 3 hours.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red-wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place greens in a large bowl and pour over enough vinaigrette to lightly coat the leaves; toss until well combined.
- Divide cucumbers evenly between 4 plates. Top with greens and sprinkle with cheese.
WHIPPED RICOTTA SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the whipped ricotta: Place the ricotta, olive oil and salt in a food processor. Blend until light and smooth, about 30 seconds. Remove to a bowl and set aside.
- For the dressing: Place the basil, pine nuts, vinegar, salt and pepper flakes in a food processor. With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil to form a smooth dressing. Set aside.
- For the salad: In a bowl, toss the tomatoes, snap peas and arugula with the dressing.
- To assemble: Spread the whipped ricotta on the bottom of a platter. Place the dressed salad on top of the ricotta, leaving some of the cheese exposed around the edges. Serve.
MARINATED CUCUMBER SALAD
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, oil and 1 tablespoon water in a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Add the cucumbers, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Serve chilled.
MARINATED CUCUMBERS
These cucumber slices make a cool summer side dish dressed in a light, tangy vinegar and oil mixture seasoned with herbs. The refreshing salad is always a hit when served with cold sandwiches or grilled meat. -Mary Helen Hinson, Lamberton, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; cover and shake well. Pour over cucumber mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ORIENTAL MARINATED CUCUMBER SALAD
This salad has a sharp, but refreshing taste. I'm going to try different vinegars. From "Good for You" Cookbook - one of the best things I've gotten as a gift!
Provided by Anemone
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and ginger.
- Thinly slice cucumber and combine with green onions in a separate bowl.
- Pour dressing on top. Mix well. Chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 606, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 1.7
CHOP SALAD WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES AND RICOTTA SALATA
The only knife needed here is to prepare this salad. It all chopped small enough so no need to set a knife to use while eating. Ricotta Salata is one of Italy's most unusual and least understood sheep's milk cheeses. This snow-white variation of Ricotta originated in Sicily. Spongy and smooth, Ricotta Salata is a rindless cheese made from lightly salted sheep's milk curd and whey that is pressed and dried even before the cheese is aged for at least three months, giving this pure white cheese a dense but slightly spongy texture and slightly salty, not overly salty or "sheepy." Instead, it boasts a mellow blend of nutty, milky and sweet flavors, with consistency being versatility in cooking. This is not ricotta as Americans have come to know ricotta. In Italian, ricotta simply means ""recooked."" It is a cheese-making process rather than a specific cheese. This ricotta is also a salata, or ""salted,"" cheese. If using feta in place of ricatto salata be sure to soak and rinse in cold water before diced. Try Recipe #91909 & for a dressing Recipe #121271 or fresh lemon juice if keeping the fat out of your food intake.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Pour desired amount of dressing and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.6, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 20.4, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 3, Sugar 4, Protein 3.1
MARINATED CUCUMBER PASTA SALAD
The sweet-and-sour dressing in this recipe is a nice change of pace from more traditional varieties. My nursing supervisor shared the recipe with me...and I'm glad she did!-Sue Dorrance, West Bend, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook mostaccioli according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the mostaccioli, cucumber and onions., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the marinade ingredients; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD
This is an easy salad that is perfect for a warm summer day.
Provided by BogeyBill
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 11.9 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, use fresh, firm cucumbers that are free of blemishes. English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers are ideal for this salad, as they have fewer seeds and a milder flavor than other varieties.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help the cucumbers absorb the marinade more evenly. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer to get thin, even slices.
- Make the marinade ahead of time: The marinade can be made up to 24 hours in advance, allowing the flavors to meld and develop. This makes it a great option for a make-ahead salad.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the halloumi, make sure to give the slices plenty of space in the pan so that they can brown evenly. Overcrowding the pan will prevent the halloumi from getting a nice sear.
- Use a high-quality ricotta salata: Ricotta salata is a hard, salty cheese that adds a nice contrast to the sweetness of the cucumbers and the tanginess of the marinade. Look for a ricotta salata that is well-aged and has a slightly crumbly texture.
Conclusion:
This marinated cucumber salad with ricotta salata is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The cucumbers are crisp and tangy, the halloumi is salty and savory, and the ricotta salata adds a nice touch of creaminess. This salad is also very easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
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