Name: Cucumber Recipes
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 (14.5 ounces) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 5 small, Persian cucumbers, sliced into coins; 3 ounces of crumbled feta; 1 shallot, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

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When the weather is hot and you want to enjoy a refreshing dish, there's nothing better than summer's most hydrating vegetable - the cucumber.

We're sharing some of the best cucumber recipes, including salads, drinks, side dishes, and more.

Cucumbers have a wonderfully crisp texture and high water content with a pleasant, mild flavor. They can be added to all sorts of dishes, and they're usually cheap and easy to find at the grocery store.

Join us on a culinary journey as we explore how to use the humble cucumber in exciting ways in these fresh recipes.

Cucumber Chickpea Salad

This easy recipe with chickpeas and cucumber slices is an easy lunch that can be saved for up to 4 days in an airtight container.

Cucumber Kimchi

These cucumber kimchi have the best flavor. They're a take on Korean cucumbers that are spicy, quick-pickled, and a little vinegary. It's the best way to enjoy kimchi in the summer.

Strawberry Cucumber Salad

Made with English cucumbers and fresh strawberries, this gorgeous salad bursts with fresh flavors! It's a great way to enjoy some of summer's best produce.

Top this dish with fresh basil and mint for loads of herbaceous flavor in this summer salad.

Closeup of a strawberry cucumber salad in a white serving dish with a silver spoon.

Cantaloupe Cucumber Salad Recipe

This wonderful and refreshing salad is made with juicy melon and crisp cucumbers! It's tossed with some feta cheese and fresh herbs for a beautiful summer side dish.

Turkish Cucumber Salad

This creamy cucumber salad is made with a few simple ingredients and is so refreshing! It's a simple recipe made with Greek yogurt, Persian cucumbers, fresh dill, fresh mint, a little garlic, and a little salt.

Salmon Everything Bagel Cucumbers

This viral recipe for lox cucumbers is so refreshing! You'll combine an entire cucumber with smoked salmon, cream cheese, everything bagel seasoning, red onion, capers, and dill for a fantastic recipe.

Sliced cucumbers, smoked salmon, red onions, cream cheese, dill, and capers in a glass mason jar.

Shirazi Salad (Persian Cucumber & Tomato Salad)

This classic Mediterranean salad is made with chopped tomatoes and fresh cucumbers in addition to white onion, dried herbs, olive oil, and fresh lime juice.

Shirazi salad in a white serving bowl next to a blue napkin and lime slices.

Daikon Radish Cucumber Salad

This delicious Asian cucumber salad is topped with a tangy dressing made with sesame oil and rice wine vinegar.

A closeup of a bowl of daikon radish salad with cucumbers.

Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches are a traditional offering for English tea, and these easy veggie sandwiches are so simple to make that they are perfect for lunches, picnics, or appetizers, too!

Radish and Cucumber Salad

This easy cucumber salad combines sliced cucumbers and radishes for a flavorful and unique side dish or light lunch.

Cucumber Elderflower Martini

This refreshing cucumber elderflower martini is a delightful way to elevate a classic martini. It's easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. This cocktail will be a hit at your next party!

Refrigerator Pickles

These refrigerator pickles are cucumbers that are pickled in a homemade brine with garlic, fresh dill, and spices. They're so easy and delicious!

Greek Salad

This easy Greek Cucumber Salad only takes 15 minutes to make. Pepperoncini and red onion add a punch of flavor, and chickpeas add healthy protein to make it a meal. The cherry tomatoes and olives add wonderful pops of flavor.

Yield: 4 servings

Cucumber Recipes

Try one of our favorite cucumber recipes - this chickpea and cucumber salad makes a great easy lunch or side dish.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

1 (14.5 ounces) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
5 small, Persian cucumbers, sliced into coins
3 ounces of crumbled feta
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Combine the chickpeas, cucumbers, feta, and shallot in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Pour across the chickpea cucumber mixture. Give it a good stir to combine.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 271Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 817mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 7gSugar: 8gProtein: 11g