There’s something about cucumbers that just feels like summer. Maybe it’s the crunch, the coolness, or the way they work in tons of cold dishes and drinks. But if you’ve ever found yourself with more cucumbers than you know what to do with, then I’ve got you!
This collection of 21 must-try cucumber recipes goes way beyond the standard salad. You’ll love trying all the different ways you can use this underutilized vegetable!
Garlicky & Spicy Sichuan Cucumber Salad
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This tasty, garlicky, and spicy cucumber salad is the perfect side dish for a Chinese-inspired feast of your own, and it can be made in just 5 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
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Fresh Pineapple Salad with Mint and Cucumber
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If you are looking for a quick and easy salad, try this delicious fresh pineapple salad recipe. This refreshing salad is similar to a pineapple salsa, but without the peppers or heat. With just five ingredients, it takes only 10 minutes to make.
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Cucumber Raita
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Cucumber raita is a refreshing and creamy yogurt-based side dish popular in Indian cuisine. Made with grated or finely chopped cucumber, whisked yogurt, and a blend of aromatic spices, this is a fun and light summer dish.
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Cool and Creamy Cucumber Salad
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This cool and creamy Cucumber Salad is a light and refreshing side dish made with fresh dill, sour cream, and crisp cucumbers. The red onions add a little bite, while the tangy dressing pulls everything together. It’s simple, cool, and just right for backyard dinners, picnic baskets, or last-minute summer cravings.
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Unagi Sushi (Eel Hand Roll)
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Unagi Sushi (Eel Hand Roll) is a popular sushi roll featuring Japanese eel cooked in a rich umami sauce, then rolled in seasoned sushi rice and nori. This simple hand roll comes together in less than 10 minutes and is perfect for beginners making sushi for the first time.
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Hearty Persian-Style Cucumber Salad
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This is a Persian-style cucumber salad, as it shares many of the qualities of a traditional Shirazi salad, but not all of them. This is a nutrient-dense cucumber salad packed with fresh herbs, olive oil, lime juice, quinoa, and hearty vegetables.
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Tarator (Bulgarian Cucumber Soup)
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Tarator is a cold, yogurt-based soup made with cucumber, garlic, dill, and sometimes walnuts. In the heat of summer, you can serve it with ice cubes to make it more refreshing.
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Chopped Greek Salad
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This fresh and vibrant chopped Greek salad is crisp, flavorful, and full of Mediterranean goodness. Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish or a light meal, this salad is a perfect choice to add some cucumbers to your meal.
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Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salsa With Jalapenos
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This cucumber salsa is incredibly tasty because it includes onions, tomatoes, and jalapenos. This is a terrific way to use all those fresh cucumbers and tomatoes from your garden or the local farmers’ market.
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Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)
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This quick 15-minute Korean side dish combines crisp cucumbers, gochugaru, a hint of gochujang, and classic Korean condiments for bold, balanced flavors. It’s perfect with Korean BBQ, grilled meats, or any meal that needs a fresh, zesty kick!
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Spicy Cucumber Tomato and Water Chestnut Salad
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This salad is crisp and refreshing, with spicy cucumber, tomato, and water chestnut. It’s perfect to pair with almost any meal.
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Tzatziki- Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
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This cool and creamy Tzatziki sauce is a summertime staple when cucumbers are at their best. It’s incredibly easy to make and pairs well with everything.
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Creamy Soy and Cucumber Noodles
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If you’re looking for a really quick and comforting dinner idea, these creamy soy and cucumber noodles are for you. They are fantastic as a fast and easy meal by themselves.
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Air Fryer Cucumber Chips
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These Air-Fried Cucumber Chips, made with just a few ingredients, are a quick and delicious vegan snack! Tossed with olive oil, mustard sauce, red chili, lemon juice, and turmeric powder, these air-fried cucumber chips are amazingly crispy and tangy!
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German Potato Salad With Cucumber
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This German Potato Salad with Cucumber is filled with potatoes, crisp cucumber, and onion delicately simmered in a vegetable broth. Tossed in a tangy mustard dressing and garnished with chives, this side dish is sure to impress.
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Cucumber Gazpacho With Mint
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This minty cucumber gazpacho is a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. Blend up some cucumber, green pepper, garlic, onion, and mint until smooth and you’ve got yourself a delicious liquid salad!
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Kimchi Cucumber Salad
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Flavorful, crunchy, and fresh, this Kimchi Cucumber Salad recipe is a perfect addition to rice bowls, a spicy side dish to your Asian-themed meal, or a wonderful vegan salad. It’s easy to make and loaded with flavor!
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Mediterranean Cucumber Bites
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These refreshing Mediterranean Cucumber Bites are an easy snack or appetizer featuring crunchy cucumbers topped with creamy Mediterranean hummus, juicy cherry tomatoes, feta crumbles, and fresh herbs.
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Easy Cucumber Carrot Salad Recipe
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This crunchy cucumber carrot salad is a light, refreshing, and delicious side dish. You take fresh vegetables tossed in an Asian-inspired sweet and savory dressing to make this simple salad.
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Cucumber Pico de Gallo
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This Cucumber Pico de Gallo is the perfect topping for tacos, burrito bowls, or to eat with tortilla chips. It’s the perfect recipe for when tomatoes are out of season. It’s fresh, crunchy, and only requires five ingredients and 10 minutes to make!
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Cold Cucumber Avocado Soup
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This cold cucumber avocado soup is the perfect low-carb lunch on a hot summer day. It’s a healthy summer soup that you make in the blender with just a few ingredients. This recipe is a great way to utilize fresh vegetables from the garden, and it takes just a few minutes to prepare.
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