Best 10 Sweet Tart Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad to add to your next meal? Look no further than sweet tart cucumber salad! This classic side dish is made with fresh cucumbers, onions, and a tangy dressing that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, barbecue, or just as a light lunch, this salad is sure to be a hit. With its sweet and tangy flavor, it's a perfect accompaniment to any main course. So grab your ingredients and let's get started on making this delicious salad!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET CUCUMBER SALAD



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Pair this simple side with any grilled entree for a fabulous hot-and-cold combination you're sure to love. -Marlene Kroll, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups thinly sliced quartered cucumber
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine cucumber and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET AND TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This sweet and tangy side dish sent in by Mary Farley comes together in a snap. "I often take this to church potlucks," she writes from Wasilla, Alaska. "It is so pretty and colorful with the red pepper and unpeeled cucumbers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dill seed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEET-TART CUCUMBER SALAD



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A dear friend showed me how to use up cucumbers in a tangy salad. The longer it chills, the deeper the flavor. Look for lemon or pickling cucumbers. -Dian Jorgensen, Santa Rosa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 pickling cucumbers or 3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups white vinegar
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon pepper
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes. Drain., In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, celery seed, pepper and remaining salt until blended. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and onions. Pour dressing over cucumber mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 744mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SWEET-AND-SOUR CUCUMBER SALAD



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This Sweet-and-Sour Cucumber Salad is spiced with a little dry mustard.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
2 Vidalia or other sweet onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons coarse salt
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons celery seeds
1/2 cup corn or canola oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together cucumbers and onions. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, salt, mustard, and celery seeds. Whisk in oil and vinegar until emulsified. Pour vinaigrette over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours to let flavors blend. Serve chilled.

EASY TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD



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An easy old-fashioned cucumber salad that's quick to prepare as a side dish to any meal.

Provided by cynjne

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 seedless English cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in a large bowl. Whisk vinegar, sugar, oil, soy sauce, and salt together in a separate bowl; pour over cucumbers. Stir to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 367.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

SWEET CUCUMBER SALAD



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A sweet and tangy cucumber salad. Perfect for a hot summer day! If you can prepare this the night before you need it, it will be better then if you made it right beforehand. I've also made this with added tomatoes.

Provided by boerbabe

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large cucumber
1/2 cup white sugar
3/4 cup white vinegar
1 small purple onion
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Put water, sugar, and vinegar into small pan and bring to boil to dissolve the sugar. Turn off and let cool.
  • Dice the cucumber and onion.
  • When liquid is cool, pour over cucumber and onions and place in fridge for at least an hour.
  • Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.9, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 12.1, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 54.3, Protein 1.4

SWEET, TART, AND SPICY SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Amelia Saltsman

Categories     Salad     Ginger     Appetizer     Sauté     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Basil     Shrimp     Cucumber     Hot Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Dressing:
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons golden brown sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)*
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely grated lime peel
1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)*
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
Salad:
2 pounds Persian or Japanese cucumbers (about 8)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup lightly salted roasted peanuts
1 pound cooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
4 cups thinly sliced Napa cabbage
1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size strips
3 green onions, cut into matchstick-size strips
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup torn fresh Thai basil leaves or regular basil leaves
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds,* toasted
Available in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Whisk all dressing ingredients to blend in small bowl; let dressing stand while preparing salad.
  • For salad:
  • Peel half of cucumbers; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds with small spoon. Cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups) and place in large strainer set over bowl.
  • Cut off ends from remaining cucumbers and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 1/2 to 3 cups); add to strainer. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; let drain 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanuts; sauté until golden. Using slotted spoon, transfer peanuts to paper towel to drain.
  • Combine shrimp, cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and basil in large bowl.
  • Pat cucumber pieces dry and add to salad. Toss with dressing; sprinkle with peanuts and black sesame seeds.

SWEET, TART, AND SPICY SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons golden brown sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely grated lime peel
1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
2 lbs Persian cucumbers (about 8) or 2 lbs japanese cucumbers (about 8)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup lightly dry roasted salted peanut
1 lb cooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
4 cups thinly sliced napa cabbage
1 large red bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size strips
3 green onions, cut into matchstick-size strips
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup torn fresh Thai basil or 1/2 cup regular basil leaves
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • For dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients to blend in small bowl; let dressing stand while preparing salad.
  • For salad: Peel half of cucumbers; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds with small spoon. Cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups) and place in large strainer set over bowl.
  • Cut off ends from remaining cucumbers and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 1/2 to 3 cups); add to strainer. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; let drain 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanuts; sauté until golden. Using slotted spoon, transfer peanuts to paper towel to drain.
  • Combine shrimp, cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and basil in large bowl.
  • Pat cucumber pieces dry and add to salad. Toss with dressing; sprinkle with peanuts and black sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.1, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 1742.9, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 10.3, Protein 18.7

SWEET AND TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This tasty summer salad will have your taste buds singing anything but the blues. Suitable as a side dish with any meal or as a snack!

Provided by rVaughn

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 small cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 tomato, seeded and thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons grapeseed oil
1 ½ teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
¼ teaspoon celery seed
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon white sugar
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Sprinkle cucumber slices with salt in a colander. Let stand until cucumbers are drained, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with tomato and onion.
  • Whisk vinegar, grapeseed oil, honey, sour cream, celery seed, basil, garlic powder, oregano, dill weed, sugar, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl; stir into vegetable mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 588.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

SWEET AND TANGY THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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This salad is a refreshing side to spicy Thai food. I prefer it without hot peppers or peanuts since its major purpose for me is refreshment. It's especially quick to make if you can slice the cucumbers and onions in a food processor.

Provided by PRACTICINGJOY

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup white sugar
½ cup hot water
¼ cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk sugar, hot water, white vinegar, and salt in a bowl until sugar has dissolved. Stir cucumber and onion into the sauce. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to soften the texture of the vegetables and reduce pungency of the onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 389.8 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

Tips:

  • To ensure a crisp salad, use cucumbers that are fresh and firm.
  • For added sweetness, choose ripe red onions.
  • Use apple cider vinegar for a tangy flavor.
  • If you prefer a milder salad, use white vinegar instead.
  • Sweeten the salad to your liking with sugar or honey.
  • For a creamy dressing, add some sour cream or yogurt to the vinegar mixture.
  • Add a pinch of salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh dill or parsley for a refreshing touch.

Conclusion:

This sweet and tart cucumber salad is a refreshing and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. The combination of sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavors makes it a perfect complement to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or fish. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is a quick and delicious way to add some freshness to your next meal.

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