Source: This is from my mom.
By patricia g from Brewton, AL
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Clean, peel and slice cucumbers and cut tomatoes into wedges. Add green onions. Place vegetables in a large bowl and top with dill, pepper and salt.
This is one of my most requested summer recipes for picnics or pot lucks! It keeps well for at least 4 weeks in the fridge.
A nice and colorful condiment. Boil juice, sugar, and vinegar for 2 minutes. Add certo and bring to a boil again. Remove from heat.
Cut off peel of cucumber and slice it. Bread in flour. I cut mine both ways, whatever you prefer. Heat oil, should be medium high.
Peel and slice cucumbers and onions. Mix remaining ingredients and pour over cucumbers and onions. Refrigerate several hours before serving.
This is a summer favorite of mine! So nice and cool. Sometimes I want nothing else in the evening for my meal.
Peel and slice cucumbers. Soak in salt water and drain. Add sliced onions. combine other ingredients and pour over cucumbers and onions. Extra good on coleslaw.
Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix and milk in blender. Spread on slices of cocktail rye. Add a slice of cucumber and sprinkle with dill weed on top.
Combine vegetables, cucumbers, green peppers, onion, celery and pimentos. Make a bring of salt and cold water. Pour over vegetables and let stand 4 hours; drain well.
Slice 3 medium cucumbers into a bowl. Sprinkle salt on each layer of cucumbers as you are slicing them. Let set in refrigerator for at least one hour and then drain.
You can seed a cucumber very easily by slicing it in half and scooping it out of the center with the tip of a teaspoon.
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I am looking for recipes for fixing cucumbers.
By Mary from Mitchell, IN
CUCUMBER SALAD
2 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, bell pepper and onion in medium bowl.
Whisk together oil, vinegar, capers and Italian seasoning in small bowl.
Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss to coat.
And here's a yummy dressing to drizzle over sliced cucumbers:
TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
This is a great way to use up extra cherry tomatoes.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup whole cherry tomatoes
1 /4 cup red wine or balsamic vinegar
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Dijon mustard
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
Directions:
Combine cherry tomatoes, vinegar, garlic and Dijon mustard in a food processor and process until well blended. With food processor is still on, slowly pour in olive oil until mixture is blended.
And here's one more:
CUCUMBER AND FETA SALAD
Ingredients:
2 cucumbers
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cucumbers, peeled and seeded
8 oz feta flavor of your choice, crumbled
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Place garlic, Dijon, honey, vinegar and oil in a cruet or lidded jar, shake and refrigerate.
Peel, seed and slice the cucumbers and place on salad plates. Evenly sprinkle with feta, season with salt & pepper, shake dressing, drizzle dressing over salad and serve.
By Deeli from Richland, Wa
*They would also be good diced in just about any cold pasta salad.
*You can also Google for 'Freezer Dills' recipes. ;-)
I'm looking for recipes for cucumbers and onions, preferably with a white sauce.
By SSylvester from Anamosa, IA
Cucumber Onion Salad
1 sliced cucumber
1/2 c. sliced Bermuda onion
1/2 c. salad oil
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. vinegar
Dash of paprika
Combine all ingredients and put in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
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Cucumber and Viadalia Onion
4 cucumbers
Salt
2 onions (Vidalia), thinly sliced
Dressing:
1/3 c. sour cream
1/4 c. sugar
1/3 c. white vinegar
Peel cucumbers, slice thin. Toss. Let stand in refrigerator for 1 hour. Rinse and drain. Add onion. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Chill at least 3 hours.
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Thick Buttermilk-Cucumber Dressing
Serves/Makes: 1.5 cups | Difficulty Level: 3 | Ready In: < 30 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cucumber
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vinegar
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
OR
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
OR
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
pepper to taste
Directions:
Peel cucumber. Cut in half lengthwise. Scrape out and discard seeds. Grate coarsely into small bowl. Stir in salt, sugar and vinegar. Let stand at least 10 minutes. Drain well. Discard liquid.
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine buttermilk, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, green onion, parsley, garlic, pepper and drained cucumber. Shake well to combine. Refrigerate. If refrigerated, this salad dressing will keep for 3 days.
Calories per 1 tbsp 7 Fat 0.1 g Carbs 1.2 g Sodium 20 mg Fiber 0.1 g.
Spicy Pickled Cucumbers
Prep Time: 10 min
Inactive Prep Time:
1 hr
Level: Easy
Serves: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients
* 4 kirby cucumbers or 2 regular cucumbers, sliced thin
* 2 fresh red Thai chilies, seeded and sliced thin
* 1 handful fresh mint
* 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
* 1 teaspoon sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Let sit for at least 1 hour for the flavors to blend. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Will keep in the refrigerator for 3 days.
What are some ways in which to cook with baby cucumbers and when growing them how big should they grow to?
By Fiona
Here is a simple, lightweight and refreshing soup you can make. This soup pairs great with a side of rice and requires a few simple ingredients only.
This delicious cucumber soup can be served hot or cold. It uses avocado rather than cream to provide the smooth creamy texture. The instructions and accompanying photos can be found on this page.
Try this delicious chilled cucumber and dill soup made with cucumbers, onions, buttermilk, yogurt, and more. It is a delicious appetizer or serve it on a warm summer day.
This is an awesome low-carb solution for those who love sushi but don't want the rice. Just hollow out a whole cucumber, stuff it with your favourite sushi fillings, and slice. I love this high-protein, guilt-free treat!
