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Simple Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
Dinner Mediterranean

Simple Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

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

Mediterranean Dip
Dinner Mediterranean

Mediterranean Dip

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
80 min

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

Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Hummus
Lunch Mediterranean

Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Hummus

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
45 min

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

Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Lunch Mediterranean

Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
65 min

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

Mediterranean Salmon Pasta Salad
Dinner Mediterranean

Mediterranean Salmon Pasta Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

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

Creamy Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
Dinner Mediterranean

Creamy Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

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

Cucumber Tomato Salad with Zucchini and Black Olives in Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette
Lunch Mediterranean

Cucumber Tomato Salad with Zucchini and Black Olives in Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

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

Falafel Cobb Salad
Dinner Mediterranean

Falafel Cobb Salad

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

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.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Dinner Mediterranean

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
55 min

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

Watermelon and Cucumber Juice with a Spritz of Lime
Drink

Watermelon and Cucumber Juice with a Spritz of Lime

3.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

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

Ma's Frozen Pickles
Appetizer

Ma's Frozen Pickles

3.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
195 min

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

Cream Cheese 'n Herb Cucumber Bites
Appetizer

Cream Cheese 'n Herb Cucumber Bites

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

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

Yia Yia's Tzatziki Sauce
Greek

Yia Yia's Tzatziki Sauce

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

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

Cucumber Soup with Tomatoes
Lunch

Cucumber Soup with Tomatoes

3.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
45 min

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

Basil Cucumber Smash
Drink

Basil Cucumber Smash

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a Collins glass, muddle cucumber, basil, and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add vodka and crushed ice. Stir until well chilled. Garnish with an additional cucumber slice and basil leaf.

By Juliana Hale

Zesty Lemon Apple Juice
Drink

Zesty Lemon Apple Juice

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water into a glass and place beneath the spigot of a juicer.
  2. 2 Process cucumber, waiting about 20 seconds between halves.
  3. 3 Process apples, waiting about 20 seconds between quarters.
  4. 4 Juice lemon halves.
  5. 5 Stir juice vigorously to blend.

By MVezza

Summer Cucumber Jicama Salad
Lunch American

Summer Cucumber Jicama Salad

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel cucumber lengthwise in alternating strips so thin green strips of peel remain. Cut cucumber into thin slices.
  2. 2 Stir cucumber, jicama, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice together in a bowl until combined. Gently fold in tomatoes.

By jerecar

Cucumber-Mango Salad
Lunch

Cucumber-Mango Salad

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel the cucumber in wide stripes lengthwise, alternating skinned strips with peel. Slice into 1/4-inch pieces and place into salad bowl.
  2. 2 Add mangos, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, and agave nectar to bowl and toss to blend.

By stronglive1

Homemade Cucumber-Lime Hard Seltzer
Drink

Homemade Cucumber-Lime Hard Seltzer

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Muddle 4 slices of cucumber in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes, lime juice, and vodka. Cover and shake until chilled, 15 to 20 seconds. Fill 2 rocks glasses with ice and strain cocktail over. Top with club soda. Garnish with remaining cucumber slices.

By France Cevallos

Cucumber and Olive Appetizers
Appetizer

Cucumber and Olive Appetizers

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Using the tines of a fork, score the unpeeled cucumber lengthwise on all sides. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  2. 2 In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and blue cheese dressing. Spread the cheese mixture on the rye bread slices. Top with a slice of cucumber and a slice of olive.

By Gwena Hedlund

Blackberry-Cucumber Vodka Tonic
Drink

Blackberry-Cucumber Vodka Tonic

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Muddle 3 slices of cucumber and 4 blackberries in the bottom of a rocks glass. Fill glass with crushed ice and add vodka. Top with tonic water and stir to combine. Garnish with remaining slice of cucumber and blackberry.

By France Cevallos