Cucumber Sauce Recipes

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CUCUMBER SAUCE



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I'm Greek and my husband's Sicilian, so we use plenty of garlic in our cooking. We typically serve this traditional Tzatziki with lamb and chicken. -Efy Leonardi, Massapequa, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield about 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups plain yogurt
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Line a fine mesh strainer with two layers of cheesecloth. Place yogurt in strainer over a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight., Drain and discard liquid in bowl; set yogurt aside. Place cucumber in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt. Let stand for 15 minutes; discard liquid. , In a small bowl, whisk oil and vinegar until blended. Stir in the garlic, yogurt and cucumber.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY GREEK YOGURT CUCUMBER SAUCE



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This concoction is a result of my experimental efforts in trying to copy a favorite Greek restaurant's tzatziki sauce. Serve with gyros, pita bread, chips, or raw veggies.

Provided by Polly Rinas Janos

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 small cucumber - peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
1 green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir together the yogurt, sour cream, vinegar, lemon juice, cucumber, green onion, garlic, feta cheese, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl; cover and chill 8 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 62.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CUCUMBER DIPPING SAUCE



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Our yogurt-and-sour-cream dip is a tangy complement to our Curried Chicken Turnovers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon coarse salt
8 ounces English (hothouse) cucumber (about 3/4 cucumber), peeled, grated, and pressed between paper towels

Steps:

  • Stir together yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and cucumber. Sauce can be refrigerated, covered, up to 1 day.

CUCUMBER SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved and seeded
1/4 cup (packed) watercress leaves
Grated lime rind and lime juice
1/4 cup or more sour cream
Salt and Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Blend cucumbers, watercress leaves, lime and lime juice with sour cream. Season with salt and Tabasco sauce.

DILL CUCUMBER DIP



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This cool, refreshing dip is great in the summer, and a fine way to use fresh garden cucumbers. Serve with crackers or chips.

Provided by MOLSON7

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese in a medium bowl. Beat until smooth. Stir in cucumbers, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, dill weed and hot pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 82.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHICKEN WITH CUCUMBER SAUCE



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I've served this chicken to nearly all our friends and relatives, and it's been met with many "Mmmms!" I sometimes prepare extra sauce to serve over steamed fresh carrots.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning, optional
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1 bottle (8 ounces) ranch salad dressing
1 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
1/2 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the cornmeal, mustard, nutmeg, cayenne pepper and seafood seasoning if desired. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients; cook over low heat until heated through. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CUCUMBER SAUCE FOR GYROS



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I tried different sauces but didn't find the taste I was looking for so I threw some stuff together and I was very happy with the results. If you try it and tweak it, let me know. I edited the recipe after reading the great suggestions.

Provided by Tom Collins

Categories     Sauces

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried dill (optional)
1 large cucumber (seeded, peeled and finely chopped, or grated)
1 pinch salt (to taste)
1 pinch pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Put the cucumber into a colander and sprinkle with a little salt.
  • Let rest for 10-15 minutes to allow extra juices to escape the cucumber.
  • Gently squeeze the cucumber in a paper or cloth towel.
  • Put everything a bowl and mix well (I don't rinse the cucumber).
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for a couple of hours prior to using (if you have time).
  • A turn or two in the food processor would yield a nice smooth sauce.
  • Good on anything, especially Gyros.

CUCUMBER SAUCE



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Make and share this Cucumber Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pammyowl

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons cucumber, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons light sour cream
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon snipped of fresh mint
1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • . In a small bowl, combine cucumber, sour cream, garlic, parsley, mint, and sea salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.3, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 40.3, Sodium 1248.4, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 4.9

CUCUMBER GYRO SAUCE



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This sauce has an authentic flavor and is easy to make. You don't need any exotic ingredients. This is made with sour cream. You can chill as little as an hour before using, but overnight is best.

Provided by Kerry G

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sour cream
⅔ cup peeled and grated cucumber
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon chopped fresh dill
¼ teaspoon prepared mustard
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine the sour cream, cucumber, garlic, dill, mustard, and garlic powder in a bowl; stir to combine. Chill in refrigerator at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 20.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

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