This was my Dad's recipe and one of our family's all-time summer favorites.
Author: MHudson
Both of my grandmothers made this salad every summer when their gardens produced baskets of cucumbers. It's a cool, fresh side dish for any meal. One of my grandmas omitted the green pepper and the celery...
Author: KBOVER
This is a yummy side dish that we always have on Thanksgiving but it's great in the summer as well. The mixture will be soupy; it's supposed to be that way.
Author: TARAWVU
My grandma gave me this recipe and I absolutely love it. It's great eating it in the warmer months or any family get-together.
Author: mistyaikin
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!
Author: JulieK
A traditional German favorite that I have loved since I was a child. This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious. Substitute cider vinegar for a different flavor. I prefer to leave the skins on the cucumbers...
Author: hisunbeam
Wonderful summer time salad but does not have to be so sweet to be so good. You do not have to marinate it overnight. Two hours is good.
Author: Karen V.
A chilled sesame salad of spiralized cucumber. It reminds me of the seaweed salad you get at Japanese restaurants, but just cucumbers.
Author: Carol Castellucci Miller
This recipe is just like my grandmother's cucumber salad. A great side dish for summertime grilling or anytime.
Author: Drewbasa
This is one of my favorite ways to prepare cucumbers. Very different from the traditional way.
Author: JOSIE
Just experimenting one day and came up with a yummy, fresh twist on an old recipe.
Author: Margie
This sweet and tangy summer salad of cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts with just a hint of heat is always a hit at picnics and potlucks since it doesn't need to be refrigerated and you're pretty much guaranteed...
Author: camp0433
Fattoush is one of the most well known Middle Eastern salads and a standard dish on the 'mezza' (small dishes) table. It's a colorful tossed salad with a lemony garlic dressing, and if you've never made...
Author: Sonja Taha
By crushing our cucumber before we cut it, we produce flavors that un-smashed cukes can't. When you crush the cells in a vegetable, as opposed to cutting cleanly through them, certain compounds get mixed...
Author: Chef John
This salad is a perfect side dish for any phase of the South Beach Diet, or any other diet for that matter, and it's an incredible tasting summer treat for anyone, whether or not you're on a diet. I think...
Author: mjkitty96
This is a recipe my Grammy made since before I was born and has been a hit in my family just as long. It's super easy, and fresh garden veggies make it even tastier!
Author: Allison
This is a perfect side dish for your summer barbecue or any Mediterranean or Middle Eastern dish. You can also substitute 2 large tomatoes for the cucumber for a delicious tomato salad.
Author: bwalker
I created this salad because I had lots of fresh veggies and herbs from my garden that needed using up. It is so good, and because it makes its own dressing, it's very healthy as well. The flavor is best...
Author: RainbowJewels
This is the recipe that my mom made when I was small. It is still one of my favorites. Some friends add a little green onion to the recipe. My kids and I just aren't raw onion fans. Enjoy!
Author: LISAPAV
I came up with this salad when I realized I had some leftover salad items that needed to be used up. It's refreshing and light! It can be easily adapted to include your favorite salad ingredients.
Author: Emer
This recipe makes it easy to enjoy 'fresh' cucumbers in the winter. It's also a great way to use up all those extra cucumbers from the garden!
Author: Amy Sue B.
A fresh cucumber salad with a real kick! My mom adds rice noodles making it a great lunch or dinner add-on. I prefer it as it is.
Author: tammyn316
Cucumber sunomono is a tasty Japanese cucumber salad made with just a few easy-to-find ingredients. Serve this as a Japanese appetizer, or as a salad or side dish to pair with any meal. Nice for a summer...
Author: ChefJackie
I make this for all of my summer picnics, a huge hit!
Author: kateroo
Great salad to make when you have a ton of cucumbers coming out of the garden. We make this year round but we are real cuke lovers in this family. Let it sit for a few days in the fridge and it's even...
Author: Michelle Berger
Hey, need a fast, easy, crowd-pleasing salad that is easy to play with to suit different tastes? Try this, and you are sure to have a hit!
Author: Jessie Welch
A tasty and filling salad! The fresh mint makes it shine. Can be made ahead and refrigerated. Just add oil and vinegar and mint at the last minute.
Author: ADILIB
This is a quick and easy throw-together salad that is super tangy and creamy and a way to use up some of your fresh garden veggies. Very refreshing! Increase or decrease amount of vinegar and mayonnaise...
Author: ShawnaRae
Refreshing flavors and textures make this salad a delight!
Author: EDYTHE
This recipe is a family summer tradition. Refreshing! You may also add onions if you desire.
Author: Melissa Schmitt
This fresh pickle is the classic accompaniment to many deep-fried and barbequed Thai appetizers and some curries. It's best made a few hours before serving.
Author: Toi
This is a cool salad for a hot day. I love to serve it with grilled chicken or fish. It is also great as a snack with pita chips.
Author: Barbara Kahian
May be a little salty, but that is because it's meant to be eaten with rice. Spices can be adjusted to your personal taste. Hope you enjoy! It goes great with bulgogi.
Author: santokieann
A spicy Asian cool-weather side dish to enhance any meal.
Author: Christiane Potts
New twist on the traditional cucumber salad. It is a loose recipe that is really easy to make and delicious. You will love the new addition!
Author: katiecakes
Polish cucumber salad. I serve it on Christmas Eve.
Author: VeggieMommy
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...
Author: JSCHMAND
This salad is a refreshing side to spicy Thai food. I prefer it without hot peppers or peanuts since its major purpose for me is refreshment. It's especially quick to make if you can slice the cucumbers...
Author: PRACTICINGJOY
A cool summertime salad with ingredients from the Pacific rim. The salad has fresh herbs and a rice vinegar dressing. This salad can be served as an appetizer or a side dish. Use a mandolin to thin-slice...
Author: POTAGEKEMPCC
This salad is spicy, light, refreshing and packed full of flavor. Sliced cucumbers are tossed in a hot and spicy dressing. Serve as cold starter.
Author: Chelsea
So fresh, crisp, inviting, and full of flavor. Tastes best using fresh organic ingredients. I always get rave reviews for this refreshing salad. Everyone loves the dressing and it's just fresh lemon.
Author: jlo
This refreshing cucumber salad, made with lime juice and cilantro, is quick and easy to make and is great alongside steak or tacos.
Author: Alli Shircliff
Simplicity and ease of preparation are a couple things that make this salad great. It's light, crisp, refreshing, and with its delicate flavor, the perfect sidekick to summer meals. And you can enjoy it...
Author: lutzflcat
This salad I grew up on. Flavored with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh chopped oregano.
Author: BramptonMommyof2
A Japanese recipe for cucumbers marinated in vinegar, sugar, salt and ginger. Delicious and simple!
Author: CHRISTYJ
This is a tasty rice salad with lots of fresh green veggies.
Author: Barrett