One of the veggies kids and adults can usually agree on, cucumbers are great alone or dunked in dips. But when combined with a few other ingredients to create a fresh, quick cucumber salad, they’re irresistible! Try a classic tomato cucumber salad or an inspired fruit (yes, fruit!) cucumber salad.
Creamy Cucumbers
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Say hello to your new favorite make-ahead quick cucumber salad side dish. In just 15 minutes, this fresh side will be whipped up and ready to chill for at least 4 hours or up to 3 days! Peel the cucumbers first if you’re feeding picky eaters, or keep peels on for the biggest fiber boost.
Cucumber, Tomatoes, and Mint
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Yes, you read that right. Mint, not basil, gives this quick cucumber salad its unique flavor twist. The fresh veggie side is a perfect pairing for virtually any dinner: Burgers, pasta, chicken, you name it.
Classic Chopped Salad
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Get all your greens in one bowl with this chopped salad recipe. In addition to the cucumbers, we’ve got corn, green beans, and cherry tomatoes. Thanks to avocado, you’ll also get a serving of healthy fats.
Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad with Lemon-Feta Dressing
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Cooked quinoa adds heartiness to this quick cucumber salad recipe. Round it out with fresh veggies, crunchy pita chips, and feta cheese. Add fiber and texture with a can of chickpeas.
Smashed Cucumber Salad
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This smashed cucumber salad is flavored with a garlicky soy sauce and sesame oil dressing. Finish the dish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds. As one reviewer raves, “I thoroughly enjoyed making and eating this smashed cucumber salad! It had a lovely balance of spicy, salty, and refreshing elements to it that married well. I only added 1 tbsp of the chili crisp since I like minimal heat, and used sea salt instead of kosher salt. I’d definitely make this again!”
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