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This simple and delicious salad uses little more than our big three, except it adds some saltiness as well as protein and calcium with feta cheese and olives. Chop your vegetables into bite-size pieces and dress with salt, pepper, and red wine vinaigrette or balsamic vinegar.
Israeli Salad
The classic Israeli salad is a perfect crunchy side dish, using simply the crunchiest cucumbers you can find. Try to use tomatoes that aren’t too ripe, as harder tomatoes preserve the texture and are easier to chop. That’s important, because for this salad you’ll want to chop everything as finely as you possible can. Dress with lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.
Tabbouli
Tabbouli’s main ingredients are bulgur and parsley, and it’s another super refreshing side dish that’s also packed with nutrients! It’s made in different ways depending on the cook, but one way to add crunch and and “extra something” is to chop up cucumbers and onions really fine and add them in.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 English cucumbers
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
- ¾ teaspoon sugar
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Cut the cucumbers in half and then slice each half down the middle lengthwise. Use the tip of a teaspoon to scoop out the center seeds. Cut each half into thin slices and place in a colander. Toss with the salt and let sit in the sink for at least 30 minutes, until the water drains out.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, dill, sugar, and black pepper and mix well.
- When the cucumbers are ready, remove any excess water by tapping the colander several times on the base of the sink, then use a large wad of paper towels or a clean dish towel to pat the cucumbers dry. Add them to the dressing and toss well. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
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Most people who peel cucumber skin off do it for two reasons—they either don’t like its taste or think that the skin is not edible. Feel free to get rid of the cucumber skin if it doesn’t suit your taste, but don’t avoid it for another reason because it’s 100% safe and edible.
Nutritious Properties
If you have a habit of peeling cucumber skin off, you’re missing out on many healthy properties that it has in store. Skin is the most nutritious part of your cucumber, and it’s packed with vitamins A, B, C, and K, in addition to minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and selenium.
Good Wash
When eating cucumbers with skin on it’s crucial to give them a good wash. In addition to being dirty, they also may be covered in pesticides, especially if you’re not buying organic products. They may also contain a thin waxy layer, but a little bit of water is all it takes to get rid of it.
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Crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and a simple balsamic dressing make a stellar salad. Yes, it’s as delicious and easy as it sounds. Check out this recipe from Cookie and Kate.
Cucumber and Sesame Salad
This salad is a perfect combination of fresh cucumbers, sesame oil, soy sauce, and a dash of sugar. Topped with sesame seeds and crushed red peppers for a hint of spice, it’s the perfect addition to any meal. Check out this recipe.
Cucmnber and Lemon Garden Salad
The best thing about this zesty salad is that it’s easily adaptable, and you can swap or add any fresh vegetables you have in your garden or fridge. This great recipe uses squash and fresh peas.
Sour Cream Cucumber Salad
This refreshing sour cream cucumber salad takes minutes to throw together, uses simple ingredients and it stores well, too. Some fresh dill makes this summer staple just perfect.
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A fantastic summer treat. Make a syrup with some lime, water, salt, and sugar, add some mint and cucumber and run the whole thing in the blender until it’s smooth. Make sure it’s cooled down before putting in the freezer for at least 3 hours, scraping with a fork every 30 minutes.
Braised Cucumber
Barely processing the cucumber or changing its regular use, this recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy this vegetable as part of a hot dinner. Simply cut the cucumber to thick strips and leave to drain with some salt for about an hour, then toss in a pan with olive oil until they start browning. Season with lemon juice and mint and you’re all done.
Cucumber Dumplings
Start this idea with pickled rather than fresh cucumbers. Prepare a batter from flour, baking powder, and sparkling water. Coat slices of pickles in the batter and deep fry until golden. Make sure to soak up all the oil and grease before serving with your favorite dip.
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]]>This core can make a cucumber sandwich soggy, and a vegetable stew into a slimy mess. But there’s a little secret for treating them that takes control of this wetness.
You’re going to need a large enough tray or board, a sharp knife, salt, and some kitchen towels. Make sure to do this well in advance, since this can take about an hour and a half, and some people go as far as preparing the evening before.
- Slice your vegetable to even slices, either round or long shapes, it doesn’t matter.
- Spread them in the large tray and sprinkle some salt on each layer.
- Put another tray, cutting board, or plates, on top of the layers, and leave for anything from an hour to overnight in the fridge.
The result will lead to the water being separated from the crispy vegetable, so you can just pour it out and use the fresh cucumber or zucchini in your dish.
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]]>Israeli Salad
Chop tomato and cucumber, add vinaigrette dressing, and you’re done! It doesn’t get any simpler than this. You can make the salad even better with feta cheese and za’atar seasoning or use it as is in falafels and pita wraps. This salad is well-known throughout the Middle East and the Mediterranean.
Chinese Cucumber Salad
Traditionally it’s made with cucumbers and a spicy mixture of sesame oil, peppercorns, and chili peppers. You can also make it with red wine vinegar and sesame oil and season with chili flakes.
German Cucumber-Dill Salad
Germans add a little sugar to the vinegar dressing and use it in their cucumber and onion salad. This makes the flavor unique and very interesting. Fresh dill is the herb used in this salad but you can easily replace it with oregano or tarragon fronds.
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]]>Here are some vegetables that are absolutely fantastic for dipping into hummus.
Cucumber
Cucumber is probably my favorite vegetable for slicing and dipping into hummus. We recommend keeping the skin on, giving the cucumber a vitamin boost, and allowing its relatively neutral flavor to allow the hummus to shine.
Tomato
Many people don’t consider tomato as an option for dipping into hummus, but the truth is that it is a fantastic choice. Be sure to choose a hearty variety of tomato that will stand up to being dipped into hummus.
Carrots
Perhaps the most popular vegetable for hummus dipping is the humble carrot. You can use either baby carrots or regular carrots that have been sliced into smaller pieces that are the perfect accompaniment to a plate of hummus. Yum!
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pekáreň Nižná Šebastová (@zankyfood)One of our favorite summer veggies is cucumber, and we absolutely love this creamy cucumber salad during the year’s hottest months. Check it out!
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers
- 1 small red onion
- 4 ounces sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Start off by taking your two cucumbers and peeling them. While cucumber skins are appropriate in some recipes, you don’t want them on for this one. Once you’ve done that, cut the cucumbers into fairly thin slices.
- Next, thinly slice your small red onion.
- In a bowl, combine the sour cream, white wine vinegar, dill, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until combined in a creamy sauce.
- Once you’ve done this, add the cucumbers and red onion. Stir to cover evenly, and then put into the refrigerator and allow to sit for 2-4 hours.
Take it out, and you’re ready to enjoy your creamy cucumber salad. Bon appetit!
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]]>If you are looking to cut down on carbohydrates, these cucumber sandwiches are a perfect option for you. They are filling and tasty while containing almost zero carbs. Enjoy!
Instructions
To start, you’ll need one cucumber. Start by halving this cucumber horizontally into two parts.
The next step is to remove the center of the cucumber, containing the seeds and most watery portion of the vegetable. You can easy do this with a spoon, scraping out the inside part of the cucumber.
Once you’ve scraped out this seedy middle portion, you’re ready to add sandwich ingredient options inside the cucumber. Note: you can actually cut the two pieces in half if you have an especially big cucumber. Later, you can use the other two half pieces to make another sandwich.
Recommended Options
Here are some ideas for filling your cucumber sandwiches.
- Proteins: Ham, turkey, falafel, tofu, chicken
- Vegetables: Red onion, tomato, carrots
- Other options: Cheese, herbs, cheese spread, paprika
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