Sweet Tart Cucumber Salad Recipes

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SWEET AND TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD

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



Sweet and Tangy Cucumber Salad image

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.

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

FAVORITE CUCUMBER SALAD

Add a fresh-tasting touch to your menu with this favorite salad. The crunchy cucumbers are tossed with onion, green pepper and a sweet-tart dressing seasoned with celery seed.-Mary Lou Boyce,Wilmington, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7



Favorite Cucumber Salad image

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk sugar, vinegar, salt and celery seed. Add cucumbers, onion and pepper; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

2 cups sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon celery seed
7 cups thinly sliced peeled cucumbers (about 6 medium)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped

SWEET CUCUMBER SALAD

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



Sweet Cucumber Salad image

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

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

MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD

This is an easy salad that is perfect for a warm summer day.

Provided by BogeyBill

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9



Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad image

Steps:

  • Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

1 cup water
½ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon fresh, coarsely ground black pepper
3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 onion, sliced and separated into rings

DAD'S CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD

This was my Dad's recipe and one of our family's all-time summer favorites.

Provided by MHudson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9



Dad's Creamy Cucumber Salad image

Steps:

  • Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat vegetables with the dressing.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 896.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 ½ cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

SWEET, TART, AND SPICY SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD

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



Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad image

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

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

SWEET, TART, AND SPICY SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD

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



Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad image

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.

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.

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