Using up cucumbers??

joyfullyfound · July 2014

Guys, we're seriously going to have massive amounts of cucumber this year... I planted a start and then DH got two for free from the hardware store. They're all those big English cucumbers... not the best for pickles.

What are your favorite recipes that use up cucumbers?

I thought tzatziki... and then I've always just loved cucumber on a bagel with cream cheese or in a veggie sandwich... But, other ideas?

SallyAnneS · July 2014

slices then cream cheese and a halved cherry tomato on top. Mmmm.

Lindsay9911 · July 2014

I soak some in garlic infused rice wine vinegar for a couple days and they are delicious!!
Also a good cucumber tomato salad!

Becid24 · July 2014

Google red hot ring cucumbers. They take really big cucumbers because you take the seeds out & are supposed to keep them as rings but my hubby loves them. They are a 3 day process to do but he swears it's worth all my time, lol.

jillyjill1026sr · July 2014

Vietnamese spring rolls or Bun (cold rice noodle bowls), quick pickle salad (layer sliced cucumbers, thinly sliced onions, water, vinegar, salt and pepper, then let it set in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours), or just dress sliced cucumbers with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.

zbeesma86 · July 2014

slice them up. put pepper on them and dip them in hummus

cucumber salad- sliced with avocado, tomatoes, and an Italian dressing

roll sushi?

lightgetsin · July 2014

We slice them and put them in vinegar or my husband makes a Japanese salad with them.

Chapter79 · July 2014

When I was younger, my mother used to make a cuke salad with miracle whip. She sliced them, put in bowl, and added miracle whip, some white sugar, vinegar, dill and salt/pepper. It was super refreshing. She used miracle whip because it added a little twang.

I tried searching online to get measurements- this is the closest I find.

https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/kansas-cucumber-salad

She used to bring it to summer picnics.

bumpuser511563 · July 2014

sprinkle some lime juice, chili powder and salt on top of the cucumbers for a snack

or

cucumber water

LoveBeingMama · July 2014

Cucumber, red onion, and tomato in Italian dressing

Or if you need an appetizer, chicken salad in cucumber cups. Easy but look nice

joyfullyfound · July 2014

Ooo, you guys! Good ideas! I'm so inspired...

caybeh · July 2014

I love cucumber salad. Peel and slice and place them in bowl. Add pepper, salt, onion and a little vinegar. Let it marinate for a few minutes and add some cream. So good! I don't have exact measurements as I always just make it by taste.

blushingbride_08 · July 2014

I slice them and put them in water with mint leaves and sliced lemons. It makes a refreshing drink and looks pretty. It's also a detox drink. Also you can scoop tuna salad on it for a high protein snack.

dmurrie · July 2014

We've had lots of cucumbers from relatives' gardens the past few years. Here are 2 ideas for you... If you have a big garden, you're probably growing most of the ingredients for my favorite canning recipe (I'm putting that one second). You need to know how to do hot water bath canning for it.

Cucumber salad. There's the regular oil and vinegar one, but DH'd family also makes a really good sour cream and dill one. Peel the cucumbers (remove seeds if you're using a variety that has them) and then slice. Squeeze out any excess water. Mix with sour cream, a little sugar, a little pepper, and a nice big amount of chopped fresh dill (think one of the little organic grocery store dill bundles or half of a larger bundle) and then let sit and meld for a little while.

I also make cucumber relish (for hot dogs and such). I make one batch per summer and haven't had to buy any in years. Makes 12 8oz jars or 6 pint jars.
8 c finely chopped, peeled, seeded cucumbers
3 c. Finely chopped seeded green bell peppers
3 c. Finely chopped seeded red bell peppers
2 c. Finely chopped celery
1 c. Finely chopped onions
1/2 c. Pickling or canning salt
3 c. White vinegar
2 1/4 c. Granulated sugar
3 tbsp. Celery seed
3 tbsp. Mustard seed
1tbsp. Tumeric

I chop the veggies in a food processor.
In large glass or stainless steel bowl, combine the vegetables and pickling salt. Cover and let sit in a cool place for 4 hours. Transfer to a colander and drain. Rinse with cool water and drain thoroughly. Squeeze out extra liquid.
Prepare canner, jars, and lids (for hot water bath canning).
In large stainless steel saucepan, combine the rest of the ingredients. Stir well and bring to boil over medium high heat. Add drained veggies and return to boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and boil gently, stirring frequently, until vegetables are heated through, about 10 minutes.
Ladle hot relish into jars, leaving 1/2 inch head space. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace. Wipe rim. Center jar on lid. Screw band down to finger-tip tight.
Place jars in canner, making sure water completely covers jars (by about 1". Water in the canner should be boiling already so the jars don't crack). Bring to a boil and process both 8 oz and ping jars for 10 minutes. If using an electric stove, remove from heat. Remove canner lid. Wait 5 minutes, remove jars, cool. Check seal on jars. Any that do not seal need to be refrigerated or reprocessed.
Do NOT retighten the bands of sealed jars, as this can break the seal. Label jars and store in a cool place.

jillyjill1026sr · July 2014

NandaB said:

I have a recipe for a cucumber dill dip that's goods with pita chips or veggies. Kinda tziziki-ish

Can you share, please? @NandaB‌

olga1311 · July 2014

maybe a salad like this?

https://www.kalynskitchen.com/2012/08/hungarian-cucumber-salad.html?m=1

ariel06 · July 2014

I like them just sliced with happy cow cheese.

SurpriseAt39 · July 2014

Cut the following veggies chunky;
Cucumber, red/orange/yellow pepper, red onion, tomato
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar
Sprinkle with fresh (or dried) parsley (flakes), chives, thyme (any othe fresh herbs you like
Crumble feta cheese when serving

Awesome fresh salad for hot days
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Also, slicing thin and placing in a bowl with vinegar, salt and pepper is a nice light 'pickle'
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Instead of a toasted tomato sandwich, try toasted (or not) cucumber.

eaglesfan700 · July 2014

I put them in a big pitcher if water with strawberries, lime and basil

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