2 Minute Zingy Minty Cucumber Slices Recipes

CUCUMBER-MINT GIMLETS

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

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Steps:

Peel, seed and chop 6 English cucumbers. Puree, then strain through a sieve into a bowl, pressing to extract the juice. Chill. Combine 1/3 cup lemon juice, 8 sprigs mint and 1/4 cup sugar in a pitcher; muddle with a wooden spoon. Stir in 2 cups gin, the cucumber juice and some cucumber and lemon slices. Divide among 6 to 8 ice-filled glasses.

Ingredients

MINT CUCUMBER SANDWICHES

These dainty and delicious sandwiches go perfectly with a tall glass of iced tea. To make them a bit heartier, sneak in a thin slice of mozzarella cheese. -Namrata Telugu, Terre Haute, IN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 tea sandwiches.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

Spread eight slices of bread with jelly; top with cucumber and tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Butter remaining bread; place on top. Cut each sandwich into two triangles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ingredients

16 slices white bread, crusts removed
1/2 cup mint jelly
1 large cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
3 medium tomatoes, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup butter, softened

JUST CUCUMBER SLICES

This is a simple recipe to have as a refreshing side dish. It's especially good for picnics, bar-b-ques, potlucks and buffets. If you like your slices on the tart side cut back on the sugar a little bit. Please note it will need to be chilled at least 3 hours.

Provided by Junebug

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 1 small bowl

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

In a bowl toss together the cucumbers, onion, if using, and dill.
Combine sugar, vinegar, water and salt and bring to a boil.
Pour over cucumbers.
Stir to coat.
Cover and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.

Ingredients

1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced into thick slices
1/2 sliced onion (optional)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 cup sugar
1/8 cup vinegar
1/8 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt

ANYTIME CUCUMBER SLICES

I received this recipe for cucumber slices from a friend at church who would make a large batch for picnics and potlucks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

In a bowl, combine cucumbers, onions and dill. In a saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, water and salt; bring to a boil. Pour over cucumber mixture. Cover and chill for 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ingredients

3 to 4 large cucumbers, sliced
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dill weed
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt

CEIL'S CUCUMBER SLICES

An old friend of mine gave me this recipe ages ago. They are great.

Provided by IRENERUSSELL

Categories Appetizers and Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

In a mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, onions, and green peppers.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the salt, celery seed, vinegar and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil. Allow the mixture to cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
Combine the mixture in the mixing bowl with the mixture in the saucepan. Pack into sterile jars and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 437.2 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

Ingredients

6 cups sliced cucumber
1 cup sliced onion
1 cup sliced green bell pepper
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon celery seed
1 cup distilled white vinegar
1 ½ cups white sugar

CUCUMBER SLICES WITH DILL

This cool cucumber salad is quick and easy to prepare. It does require at least 2 hours in the fridge for the fullest flavor so plan ahead!

Provided by JulieK

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

In a large serving bowl, combine cucumbers, onions and dill. In a medium size bowl combine sugar, vinegar, water and salt; stir until the sugar dissolves. Pour the liquid mixture over the cucumber mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving (the longer this dish marinates the tastier it is!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 294.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

Ingredients

4 large cucumbers, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 cup white sugar
½ cup white vinegar
½ cup water
1 teaspoon salt