Best 8 Quick Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Cucumber salad is a refreshing and crunchy salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is also a quick and easy dish to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. This versatile salad can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Whether you prefer a sweet or sour salad, or one that is spicy or mild, there is sure to be a cucumber salad recipe that you will love.

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QUICK PICKLED CUCUMBER SALAD



Quick Pickled Cucumber Salad image

Quickly pickled sliced cucumbers and red onion make a cooling side salad for lamb burgers or fried fish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, red onion, sugar, and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g

QUICK CUCUMBER AND RED-ONION PICKLED SALAD



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This Quick Cucumber and Red-Onion Pickled Salad is best when served very cold.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large red onion, peeled and very thinly sliced
2 large cucumbers, peeled if waxed, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh dill, picked from thick stems, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place sliced onion and cucumbers in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with rice-wine vinegar. Toss to combine, and transfer to refrigerator to chill, about 30 minutes.
  • Just before serving, scatter dill over salad, and toss well.

QUICK AND EASY TOMATO, ONION, AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Quick and Easy Tomato, Onion, and Cucumber Salad image

This salad is great to accompany a barbecue meal. It's light, refreshing, and very easy to make. Easily doubled or tripled if making for a large crowd.

Provided by for the love of veg

Categories     Onions

Time 10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cucumber, peeled and sliced into half moons
1 roma tomato, sliced into half moons
1 onion, sliced into thin strips
1/2 tablespoon cider vinegar
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon dried dill weed (if using fresh dill, use 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Combine all vegetables in large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix together vinegar, mayo, Dijon and dill.
  • Pour over veggies and mix well to combine.
  • Chill for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.1, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 7.9, Sodium 271.3, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.9, Protein 2.3

QUICK CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a very quick and cool summer salad, but it's also good year-round. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Provided by diane bartels

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups thinly sliced and peeled cucumber
salt to taste
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
2 tomatoes, chopped, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Spread cucumber slices in a thin layer on a large platter. Sprinkle salt generously over the cucumber. Let salt soak into cucumber slices for about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer cucumber to a colander and rinse with cold water; drain thoroughly and transfer to a dry surface. Pat cucumbers dry with paper towel.
  • Whisk vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and dill together in a large bowl. Add cucumber slices and tomatoes; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 6.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

QUICK CUCUMBER, TOMATO AND FETA SALAD



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Use a mix of green and black olives in this perfect lunchtime salad, which also makes a delicious condiment for pita sandwiches. Or spread a whole wheat tortilla with hummus and top with a generous spoonful of salad to make a fresh, crunchy wrap. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cucumber, quartered lengthwise and sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup feta cheese, cubed
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted
vinegar or lemon juice
extra virgin olive oil
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 head iceberg lettuce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss cucumber with cherry tomatoes. Add feta cheese and a handful of pitted kalamata olives.
  • Drizzle with a little vinegar or lemon juice and olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon each serving into an iceberg lettuce leaf.

QUICK TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD



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Pretty color and great taste make this salad a favorite. I like to serve it when we have guests for dinner. It's easy to prepare, and the dressing can be made several days in advance.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (1 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 cup canola oil
1 cup minced fresh parsley
4 cups torn leaf lettuce
4 medium tomatoes, sliced
2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • For dressing, place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in parsley. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes and cucumbers on a serving platter or on salad plates; serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

QUICK CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a good salad for weight-watchers...very light but filling. Go easy on the dressing as too much will spoil the natural flavors of the salad. - Yulia Bagwell, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons prepared ranch salad dressing
1 green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley, divided
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill, divided
1 hard-boiled large egg, sliced

Steps:

  • Arrange cucumbers on a serving plate. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, ranch dressing, onion, 1/2 teaspoon parsley and 1/2 teaspoon dill. Spoon over cucumbers. Garnish with egg slices and sprinkle with remaining parsley and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

QUICK CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large cucumbers, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
Toasted sesame seeds, for sprinkling, optional

Steps:

  • Whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil and some salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the cucumbers and toss to combine. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds if using.

Tips:

  • For a more refreshing salad, use chilled cucumbers.
  • To add a bit of sweetness, use red onion instead of white onion.
  • If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken or tofu.
  • To make a vegan version of the salad, use a plant-based yogurt or mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

Cucumber salad is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is light and refreshing, and can be easily customized to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy salad that everyone will enjoy.

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