Best 8 Wilted Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Wilted cucumber salad, also known as smashed cucumber salad, is a refreshing and crunchy side dish that can add a burst of flavor and freshness to your meals. With its origins in Asian cuisine, this salad features thinly sliced cucumbers that are tossed with a mixture of flavorful ingredients, resulting in a slightly wilted texture that enhances its taste and appearance. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy side for your dinner or a flavorful addition to your next barbecue, wilted cucumber salad is a versatile and easy-to-make dish that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WILTED CUCUMBER SALAD



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Comfort food direct from my paternal grandmother's hands. One of the few things even my mother used to make. Can also be made with wilted lettuce in the same manner (my personal favorite!)

Provided by Patti McD

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced thin
3 tablespoons salt
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Prepare cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle with salt, mixing thoroughly.
  • Cover and allow to sit on counter for 2-3 hours.
  • Rinse cucumbers throughly with water and drain.
  • Toss cucumbers with vinegar and gently drain.
  • Fold in sour cream and top with pepper to taste.
  • Stir in pepper before serving.
  • To make with lettuce, break apart one head of iceberg lettuce and separate the leaves, salting as above and allowing to sit until wilted then follow remaining steps.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.8, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8.4, Sodium 3502.4, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 1.6

WILTED CABBAGE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Quarter, core and very thinly slice 1 small head green cabbage; transfer to a large bowl. Pour 4 cups salted boiling water over the cabbage and toss with tongs until wilted. Let sit 15 minutes. Drain, rinse and pat dry. Whisk 1/4 cup each white wine vinegar and olive oil, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of pepper in the bowl. Add the cabbage and toss well.

CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Fresh dill and sour cream turn the summer staple into something cool, creamy and refreshing. Try this classic Midwestern salad with black bread and smoked salmon, or as a simple side for chicken or fish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cucumbers (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced into rings
Kosher salt
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons white vinegar
Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Put a large colander in a large bowl. Add the cucumbers and onions to the colander, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and toss until the salt is evenly distributed. Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  • Transfer the cucumbers and onions from the colander to a paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat them dry with another layer of paper towels.
  • Whisk together the sour cream, dill, vinegar and a few cracks of black pepper in a medium bowl. Add the cucumbers and onions and toss until coated.
  • To make ahead: Salt and pat dry the cucumbers and onions as above, then keep separate from the dressing until ready to serve.

WILTED CUCUMBER SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Pepper     Side     Lime     Cucumber     Gourmet

Yield Serves 10 as part of a buffet

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 seedless cucumbers (about 3 1/2 pounds), the skin scored lengthwise with a fork and the cucumbers sliced very thin
4 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
a 4-inch-long fresh hot red or green chili, seeded and minced (wear rubber gloves)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl toss the cucumbers with the salt and in a colander let them drain, covered with a plate and weighted with a 1-pound can, for 30 minutes. In the bowl toss the cucumbers with the lime juice, the chili, and salt to taste. The salad may be prepared 4 hours in advance and kept covered and chilled. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

ADRIENNE'S CUCUMBER SALAD



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Cool, delicious cucumber salad. For a pretty salad, peel only half of each cucumber, leaving strips of skin on each. Don't make the vinegar solution first and then chop the cucumber because it's important that the vinegar solution be hot to ensure proper flavoring.

Provided by JSCHMAND

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 small white onion, thinly sliced
1 cup white vinegar
½ cup water
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon dried dill, or to taste

Steps:

  • Toss together the cucumbers and onion in a large bowl. Combine the vinegar, water and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, and pour over the cucumber and onions. Stir in dill, cover, and refrigerate until cold. This can also be eaten at room temperature, but be sure to allow the cucumbers to marinate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 4.4 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SOUR CREAM



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I serve this refreshing and simple salad year-round because it perks up everyday meals. I think what makes it so special is the addition of dill.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
4 medium cucumbers, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sour cream, sugar, vinegar, salt and dill. Add cucumbers; toss to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GRANDMA VARGA'S HUNGARIAN CUCUMBER SALAD (UBORKASALATA)



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This is the best cucumber salad I have ever had. This is my grandmothers recipe, (she was from Nagyszentmiklos) and this is a perfect companion dish for chicken paprikas, although I could make a meal out of it. This will quickly become your favorite way to eat cucumbers!

Provided by Anthony Gougoutris

Categories     Hungarian

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 medium cucumbers or 15 kirby cucumbers, peeled
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/2 pint sour cream
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika

Steps:

  • Slice cucumbers very thinly, preferably using a mandolin.
  • Take a colander, put in a small layer of cucumbers, then sprinkle with a small amount of the salt.
  • Continue this method until all the salt and cucumbers are used up.
  • Cover the cucumbers with a plate inside the colander, and put a very heavy weight on top.
  • Make sure the colander is in a large bowl, because the cucumbers will lose alot of water.
  • Let them sit for 1 hour.
  • In the meantime, chop the dill and finely mince the garlic, put aside.
  • After 1 hour, take a handful of cucumbers, and squeeze out as much juice as you can, and continue until they are all done.
  • Rinse thoroughly with water, drain well.
  • After the cucumbers are done, return to the colander, and weight down one more time for about 15 minutes.
  • You do not have to squeeze out the juice again with your hands Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, except the paprika.
  • After mixing thoroughly, put in a nice serving dish, and sprinkle with the paprika.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Enjoy.
  • Nutritional information shows a high amount of sodium, but the vast majority is pressed out by your hands. The main function of the kosher salt is to purge the moisture out of the cucumbers.

CUCUMBER SALAD



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There's nothing better than warm weather and a good meal. This fresh and easy Cucumber Salad is a perfect addition to any cookout. From seafood to grilled meat, these paper-thin slices of cucumber are tossed in a light vinegar mixture. Let them marinate for a few hours to heighten the flavor profile. Pair our cucumber vinegar salad with grilled chicken or teriyaki chicken. Make sure to add this Cucumber Salad recipe to your summer meal must-makes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/3 cup cider or white vinegar
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Chopped fresh dill weed or parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in small glass or plastic bowl.
  • In tightly covered container, shake remaining ingredients except dill weed. Pour over cucumbers. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours to blend flavors.
  • Drain cucumbers. Sprinkle with dill weed. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1/2 cup), Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers. English or Persian cucumbers are best for this salad as they have thin skins and fewer seeds. If using regular cucumbers, peel them before slicing.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly. This will help them wilt more easily and absorb the dressing better.
  • Use a salty dressing. This will help draw out the moisture from the cucumbers and make them wilt faster. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper is a good option.
  • Add other vegetables or herbs to the salad. Chopped tomatoes, onions, radishes, or dill are all good additions.
  • Let the salad wilt for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will give the cucumbers time to absorb the dressing and soften.

Conclusion:

Wilted cucumber salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer. It is also a good way to use up leftover cucumbers. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.

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