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Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• vegetable oil
• cornmeal
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat. Line a plate with a paper towel; set aside.
2. 2 Roll the cucumber slices in the cornmeal. Fry the slices in the hot oil, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the cucumbers to the prepared plate; sprinkle with salt to serve.

By Carmen

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• watermelon
• red grape
• cherry
• feta cheese
• mint

Instructions

1. 1 Arrange watermelon on large plate or cutting board. Sprinkle with desired toppings. Cut into wedges to serve.

By Target Test Kitchen

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• salt
• white sugar
• red onion
• green bell pepper
• cider vinegar
• celery seed

Instructions

1. 1 Combine cucumbers and salt in a large bowl; set aside for 1 hour. Do not drain mixture.
2. 2 Stir sugar, onion, bell pepper, vinegar, and celery seeds into cucumber mixture; mix well. Cover the bowl; refrigerate.

By Gary Royse

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• white vinegar
• white sugar
• salt
• onion
• green bell pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
2. 2 Inspect several canning jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until needed. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
3. 3 Bring vinegar, sugar, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Boil until sugar dissolves, about 10 minutes.
4. 4 Place cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers into a large glass mixing bowl. Pour brine over top and toss vegetables for several minutes.
5. 5 Transfer vegetables and brine to the sterilized jars; don't worry if the brine doesn't cover the vegetables. Refrigerate for 1 to 4 days before eating.

By dcbeck46

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• onion
• pickling spice
• water
• white sugar
• turmeric
• celery seed
• white vinegar

Instructions

1. 1 Place cucumbers, onions, and pickling spice in a large bowl; add water. Cover the bowl; set aside for 6 to 8 hours, or overnight.
2. 2 Inspect 6 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until pickles are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
3. 3 Drain liquid from cucumber mixture; transfer cucumbers, onions, and any pickling spice to a large saucepan. Add sugar, turmeric, and celery seeds; pour in vinegar, adjusting the amount if needed to cover everything. Bring to a boil.
4. 4 Pack pickles into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly. Cool to room temperature, then store in the refrigerator.

By Donna

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• onion
• white sugar
• vinegar
• salt
• mustard seed
• celery seed
• turmeric

Instructions

1. 1 Divide cucumbers and onion between two 1-quart jars with lids.
2. 2 Combine sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric in a bowl until sugar and salt have dissolved; pour evenly over cucumbers and onions. Cover jars with lids. Refrigerate before serving for 1 week.

By clover

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• pickling lime
• white vinegar
• red food coloring
• alum
• white sugar
• water
• cinnamon red hot candy
• cinnamon stick

Instructions

1. 1 Peel cucumbers, halve lengthwise, and scrape out seeds with a spoon. Cut halves into 1/4-inch half-circles and place into a glass or ceramic crock. Dissolve pickling lime in about 1 quart room temperature water; pour over cucumbers, then add additional water to cover cucumbers by 1/2 inch. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
2. 2 Drain cucumbers and rinse well with cold water. Place into a large stockpot and cover with cold water. Let stand at room temperature for 3 hours, then drain and rinse again.
3. 3 Return cucumbers to the stockpot. Add 1 cup vinegar, food coloring, alum, and enough water to cover by 1/2 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 2 hours. Drain and let cool a bit before placing into the glass or ceramic crock.
4. 4 Stir together sugar, remaining 2 cups vinegar, 2 cups water, red hot candies, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar and candies dissolve. Pour over warm cucumbers. Cover and let sit for 8 hours to overnight.
5. 5 Pack pickles into hot, sterilized pint jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with the lids and screw the rings on tightly.
6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars 2 inches apart into boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 to 20 minutes.
7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area. Refrigerate any jars that do not seal.

By bobbi s

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• greek yogurt
• mint
• garlic puree
• lemon juice
• olive oil
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Place yogurt in a paper coffee filter, paper towels, or 4 layers of cheesecloth set in a strainer or colander set over a bowl. Strain yogurt in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
2. 2 Peel and grate cucumber; squeeze out excess water and place into a bowl. Add strained yogurt, mint, garlic purée, lemon juice, and olive oil; stir to combine. Season with salt; chill before serving.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• onion
• green bell pepper
• garlic
• salt
• white sugar
• cider vinegar
• mustard seed
• turmeric
• celery seed
• clove

Instructions

1. 1 Mix cucumbers, onions, green bell peppers, garlic, and salt together in a large bowl. Allow to stand approximately 3 hours.
2. 2 Mix sugar, cider vinegar, mustard seed, turmeric, celery seed, and whole cloves together in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat.
3. 3 Drain any liquid from the cucumber mixture. Stir cucumbers into the boiling vinegar mixture. Remove from heat shortly before the combined mixture comes to a boil.
4. 4 Transfer into sterile screw-top jars; seal and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
5. 5 Enjoy!

By David

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• jar
• lid
• band
• onion
• canning salt
• vinegar
• sugar
• mustard seed
• turmeric
• celery seed
• ginger
• peppercorn
• pickle crisp granules

Instructions

1. 1 Immerse the pint jars in simmering water until needed. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
2. 2 Combine cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, layering with canning salt: cover with ice cubes. Let stand for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Drain; rinse; drain again and set aside.
3. 3 Combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, turmeric, celery seed, ginger, and peppercorns in a large pot; bring to a boil. Add drained cucumbers and onions; return to a boil.
4. 4 Pack cucumber mixture and liquid into the hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/2 inch of the top. Add rounded 1/8 teaspoon pickle crisp granules to each jar. Remove air bubbles. Top with the lids and screw the rings on tightly.
5. 5 Process in a boiling-water canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude.
6. 6 Remove the jars from the canner and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Ball

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• cooking spray
• egg
• vegetable oil
• white sugar
• vanilla extract
• pecan
• all-purpose flour
• cinnamon
• baking soda
• salt
• baking powder
• nutmeg
• clove

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 2 5x9-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
2. 2 Place shredded cucumbers into a colander and let drain for about 30 minutes.
3. 3 Stir eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, vanilla extract, drained cucumber, and pecans together in a large bowl. Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, and cloves in a separate bowl. Stir dry ingredients into the cucumber mixture until batter is thoroughly combined. Spoon batter into prepared loaf pans.
4. 4 Bake loaves in the preheated oven until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of each loaf comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let loaves cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing from pans to finish cooling on wire racks.

By Marcella

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• radish
• red onion
• dill
• parsley
• olive oil
• white wine vinegar
• dijon mustard
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Combine cucumber slices, radish slices, red onion, dill, and parsley in a large bowl.
2. 2 Whisk olive oil, vinegar, and mustard together until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
3. 3 Pour dressing over the cucumber salad. Stir until evenly coated. Serve immediately.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• cream cheese
• garlic
• lemon juice
• italian seasoning
• hummus
• roma tomato
• kalamata olive
• red onion
• feta cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Mix cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning together. Spread mixture onto the bottom of a round 10-inch dish. Spread hummus on top.
2. 2 Mix tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and red onion together in a bowl; spread over the hummus. Sprinkle feta cheese on top. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

By Debbie

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• bow-tie pasta
• tomato
• red onion
• garlic
• hummus
• basil
• salt
• black pepper
• feta cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and refrigerate until cool to the touch, about 15 minutes.
2. 2 Combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and garlic in a medium bowl. Add cooled pasta. Toss with hummus. Gently mix in basil. Season with salt and pepper. Adjust the amount of hummus based on how wet or dry the salad seems. Garnish with feta cheese.

By funnybelle

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• olive oil
• couscous
• mung bean
• vegetable broth
• salt
• tomato
• lemon
• cilantro
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil; add couscous and mung beans. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and 1 teaspoon salt. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
2. 2 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes and then quick-release the remaining pressure, about 5 minutes more. Unlock and remove lid. Fluff couscous with a fork. Let sit until cool, about 10 minutes.
3. 3 Combine couscous, mung beans, cucumber, tomatoes, lemon juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.

By Fioa

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• mezze penne pasta
• cherry tomato
• shallot
• pink salmon
• olive oil
• white wine vinegar
• lemon juice
• lemon pepper seasoning
• dijon mustard
• salt
• dill weed

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain, rinse in cold water, drain well, and place in a serving bowl.
2. 2 Top pasta with cucumber, tomatoes, and shallot. Break up salmon and sprinkle on top.
3. 3 Make vinaigrette: Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, lemon-pepper seasoning, mustard, salt, and dill in a small bowl until well combined.
4. 4 Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

By Kim's Cooking Now

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• yogurt
• olive oil
• lemon
• dill
• mint
• parsley
• sea salt
• black pepper
• cherry tomato
• red onion

Instructions

1. 1 Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, mint, and parsley in the bowl of a small food processor or blender. Process until herbs are finely minced and dressing is well blended. Season with salt and pepper. Set dressing aside.
2. 2 Combine cucumber, tomatoes, and red onions in a large bowl. Lightly sprinkle vegetables with a pinch of salt. Toss vegetables with the dressing and garnish with lemon zest.

By Bibi

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• zucchini
• red onion
• tomato
• black olive
• basil
• thyme
• red wine vinegar
• balsamic vinegar
• lemon zest
• lemon
• kosher salt
• white sugar
• black pepper
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Mix cucumbers, zucchini, onion, tomatoes, olives, basil, and thyme together in a large bowl.
2. 2 Whisk red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and pepper together in a medium bowl until well combined.
3. 3 Slowly whisk oil into dressing mixture in a medium bowl until combined; pour over salad, and serve.

By Dan Zahra

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• water
• falafel mix
• vegetable oil
• salt
• sour cream
• milk
• parsley
• salt
• salad green
• tomato
• avocado
• bacon
• egg
• feta cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Mix water and falafel mix together in a bowl; let stand for 10 minutes. Form mixture into 12 patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
2. 2 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
3. 3 Fry falafel patties, working in batches, in the hot oil until golden brown and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer cooked falafel to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon; season with salt. Cool falafel to room temperature; break into pieces.
4. 4 Whisk sour cream, milk, cucumber, parsley, and 1/8 teaspoon salt together in a bowl until dressing is smooth and creamy; refrigerate.
5. 5 Spread greens onto serving plates. Arrange tomatoes, avocado, bacon, eggs, feta cheese, and falafel in rows over the greens. Drizzle dressing over each salad.

By Jenn T.

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• orzo pasta
• cherry tomato
• red onion
• olive
• asiago cheese
• garlic
• olive oil
• red wine vinegar
• lemon
• salt
• black pepper
• basil
• parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain well. Rinse with cold water and drain well again.
2. 2 Combine orzo, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, olives, and Asiago cheese in a large bowl.
3. 3 To make the vinaigrette: Whisk garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; drizzle over orzo mixture and toss lightly to combine. Add basil and parsley and mix well. Let sit for 20 minutes for flavors to blend, stirring occasionally.

By Kim's Cooking Now

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• lime juice
• white sugar
• water

Instructions

1. 1 Combine the cucumber, lime juice, sugar, and water in a food processor; puree.

By Kelly Baker-Hefley

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• watermelon
• lime

Instructions

1. 1 Run watermelon and cucumber pieces through a juicer following the manufacturer's instructions, and place the juice into a pitcher. Stir in lime juice, and serve.

By Alyse Ellienne

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• apple
• raspberry vinaigrette

Instructions

1. 1 Mix diced apple and cucumber slices together in a small bowl. Drizzle vinaigrette over the apple mixture and toss to coat.

By EllyBelle

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• soft tofu
• orange zest

Instructions

1. 1 Puree tofu, cucumber, and orange zest in a food processor until smooth.

By stronglive1

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• onion
• salt
• white sugar
• white vinegar

Instructions

1. 1 Combine cucumbers, onion, and salt in a bowl filled with water. Refrigerate until vegetables are softened, about 2 hours; drain.
2. 2 Combine sugar and vinegar in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature. Pour liquid over cucumber mixture. Freeze until frozen, 1 to 2 hours.

By Danielle Kroll

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• salt
• black pepper
• garlic powder
• mayonnaise

Instructions

1. 1 Place the cucumber slices into a large bowl. Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Stir in mayonnaise until coated. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving.

By SECRETV2

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• carrot
• cream cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Reserve 2 Tbsp. carrots. Mix remaining carrots with cream cheese; spoon into cucumber shells. Top with reserved carrots.
2. 2 Cut each cucumber half into 5 pieces to serve.

By Philadelphia

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• sour cream
• greek yogurt
• garlic
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Peel cucumbers, then grate into a colander. Squeeze out excess water.
2. 2 Mix together sour cream, yogurt, garlic, and olive oil in a large bowl. Stir in cucumbers. Chill at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before serving.

By JessNeo

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• tomato
• onion
• salad dressing
• parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion in a bowl. Add Italian dressing and Parmesan cheese and toss until coated. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

By Beth

Ingredients

• ✓ cucumber
• chicken broth
• tomato
• lime juice
• cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Place 2 cucumbers in a blender; pour in chicken stock. Blend cucumber mixture until smooth and pureed; pour cucumber puree into a large bowl.
2. 2 Chop the remaining 2 cucumbers. Stir chopped cucumbers, tomato, lime juice, and cayenne pepper into pureed cucumber until well mixed. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.

By JRELERJR