CUCUMBERS IN CREAM
"WE HAD an enormous vegetable garden, so we enjoyed freshly picked cucumbers in summer. After the cucumber were sliced and soaked awhile in salt water. Mother added thick cream, which she carefully scooped from the top of some fresh milk."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine cucumbers, onion, water and salt. Let stand for 1 hour; drain and rinse. In a serving bowl, beat cream, sugar and vinegar. Add cucumbers and onion; toss gently. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CUCUMBER SALAD WITH MINT
This sweet and tangy cucumber salad is the perfect light side when grilling or picnicking.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Salads
Time 20m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a teaspoon to scrape out the seeds, then cut into thin slices. Toss the cucumbers with the salt in a colander. Let drain in the sink for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, soak the red onions in a small bowl of ice water for ten minutes, then drain in a fine mesh strainer. Blot dry with a paper towel.
- Tap the cucumber-filled colander on the base of the sink to release any excess water. Lay a clean dish towel flat on the counter, and then dump the cucumbers over top. Use the edges of the towel to blot the cucumbers dry.
- In a medium bowl, toss the cucumbers, onions, white wine vinegar, olive oil, vegetable oil, sugar, pepper and mint. Cover and let stand in refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 12 hours. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Serve cold.
- Make-Ahead Instructions: This salad can be made up to 12 hours ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108, Fat 9g, Carbohydrate 6g, Protein 1g, SaturatedFat 1g, Sugar 4g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 391mg, Cholesterol 0mg
MINT CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel and cut 1 1/2 of the cucumbers into large chunks (set the remaining unpeeled 1/2 cucumber aside).
- Combine the cucumber chunks in a food processor with the yogurt, sour cream, olive oil, mint, salt, garlic and plenty of white pepper. Pulse, scraping down the sides, until completely smooth.
- Ladle the mixture into cold bowls or refrigerate until serving. Chop the remaining cucumber into fine dice and divide among the bowls. Swirl some sour cream into each bowl, drizzle with a bit of olive oil and scatter with mint and almonds.
CUCUMBERS IN SOUR CREAM
Thank Carmen Edwards in Midland, Texas for this quick, classic summer salad of cool, crunchy cucumber slices in a creamy dressing. "It goes with any entree," she notes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, chives, lemon juice, salt if desired and pepper. Add cucumber and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CUCUMBER-MINT SALAD
Make and share this Cucumber-Mint Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Vegetable
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel cucumber and chop into 1/4-inch cubes.
- Combine all ingredients in bowl and mix.
- Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 293.9, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.1, Protein 0.7
CUCUMBERS WITH MINT VINAIGRETTE
Make and share this Cucumbers With Mint Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mimi Bobeck
Categories European
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel the cucumbers and slice them in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the seeds with a spoon and discard.
- Cut the cucumbers into thin slices and combine in a bowl with the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator or at room temperature.
- Add the mint immediately before serving.
EASY CUCUMBERS IN CREAM
This recipe is a five-ingredient salad that goes together quick as a wink. This recipe is a great way to use locally produced cream.-Dolores Hayes, Fort Plain, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, gradually whisk the vinegar into the cream. Gently stir in the cucumbers, salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short time. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts :
CUCUMBER MINT TEA SANDWICHES
Make and share this Cucumber Mint Tea Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cucumber slices between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, combine the mint, butter, and cream cheese; spread on one side of each slice of bread. Lay the cucumber slices onto the buttered side of 8 slices of bread. Sprinkle with salt. Top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side down.
- Gently cut the crusts from each sandwich with a sharp knife. Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and then cut in half again.
- Makes 8 whole sandwiches, or 16 halves, or 32 fourths.
CUCUMBERS WITH CREAM AND MINT
Steps:
- Peel and slice: 2 cucumbers.
- If the seeds are large and tough, cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon before slicing. Place in a medium-size bowl and sprinkle with: Salt.
- In another bowl, combine: 1/4 cup heavy cream, 3 tablespoons olive oil, Juice of 1/2 lemon, Fresh-ground black pepper.
- Stir well. If water has accumulated with the cucumbers, drain it off. Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers and combine. Coarsely chop: 3 mint sprigs, leaves only and toss with the cucumbers. Taste and adjust the salt as needed. Serve cool.
- Variations
- Add pounded garlic to the dressing.
- Serve alongside sliced beets dressed with oil and vinegar.
- Grate or dice the cucumbers and serve as a sauce over baked salmon.
- Parsley, chervil, basil, or cilantro can be substituted for the mint.
- Substitute plain yogurt for the cream.
- Add spices such as cumin, coriander, or mustard seeds to the dressing.
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