Grandpa Joes Cucumber Salad Food

GRANDMA'S CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD

Steps:

• Place cucumber slices in a colander and liberally sprinkle salt over cucumbers; set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.
• Mix cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper together in a bowl.
• Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and 2 teaspoons salt together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; pour over cucumber mixture and stir until evenly coated.

GRANDMA VARGA'S HUNGARIAN CUCUMBER SALAD (UBORKASALATA)

Steps:

• Slice cucumbers very thinly, preferably using a mandolin.
• Take a colander, put in a small layer of cucumbers, then sprinkle with a small amount of the salt.
• Continue this method until all the salt and cucumbers are used up.
• Cover the cucumbers with a plate inside the colander, and put a very heavy weight on top.
• Make sure the colander is in a large bowl, because the cucumbers will lose alot of water.
• Let them sit for 1 hour.
• In the meantime, chop the dill and finely mince the garlic, put aside.
• After 1 hour, take a handful of cucumbers, and squeeze out as much juice as you can, and continue until they are all done.
• Rinse thoroughly with water, drain well.
• After the cucumbers are done, return to the colander, and weight down one more time for about 15 minutes.
• You do not have to squeeze out the juice again with your hands Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, except the paprika.
• After mixing thoroughly, put in a nice serving dish, and sprinkle with the paprika.
• Chill for at least 2 hours.
• Enjoy.
• Nutritional information shows a high amount of sodium, but the vast majority is pressed out by your hands. The main function of the kosher salt is to purge the moisture out of the cucumbers.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Finely slice the cucumber and finely dice the onion. All really, really fine :-)
• Add to a bowl and mix in the cream.
• Finish off the salad with the vinegar, sugar and salt.
• Mix well and let the salad rest for at least 2 hours for maximum taste.
• Enjoy!

THAI CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Combine Ingredients: Add the salad ingredients to a large salad bowl, reserving 1 tbsp of the crushed peanuts.
• Make Dressing: Whisk the dressing ingredients together until the sugar dissolves. Pour the dressing into the salad bowl and toss well to coat.
• Garnish & Serve: Garnish with the reserved peanuts and serve immediately.

CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, dill, salt, pepper, and vinegar.
• Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Use a mandoline if you have one to make quick work of this step.
• Place the sliced cucumber and red onion in a medium serving bowl and toss with the dressing. Check for seasoning and add additional salt and/or pepper if needed.
• Refrigerate for up to 3 days or serve immediately. Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.

CUCUMBER AND GRAPE SALAD

Steps:

• *NOTE: If using cucumbers from the garden, and/or organic cucumbers, it is not necessary to peel them unless you wish. Store bought cucumbers (especially conventional produce) need to be peeled to remove the wax.
• In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumbers, grapes and celery.
• In a small non-reactive bowl combine the dressing. Pour over the cucumber mixture and toss gently.
• Season with freshly ground black pepper.
• Cover and chill until ready to serve.

COOL CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Peel and halve cucumber; remove the seeds. Shred and pat dry; set aside. In a bowl, combine gelatin and salt with boiling water; stir until dissolved. Add mayonnaise and cottage cheese; mix well. Stir in the onion and shredded cucumber. Pour into an oiled 5-cup mold. Refrigerate until firm. Unmold onto a serving platter. Garnish with cucumbers and parsley if desired.

MY GRANDMA'S COOL CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Peel cucumbers, but leave a little on for color and slice by hand as thin as possible. Dry slices with paper towels.
• Place dried cucumber slices in a large bowl with onion slices. Generously season with salt and pepper. Toss well and let sit 10 minuets, drain any excess liquids.
• Toss cucumbers and onions in with enough sour cream to coat. Refrigerate until well chilled. Stir, and season with salt and pepper to taste if needed.