I Tried 100 Cucumber Salads — These 3 Are the Best!

I Tried 100 Cucumber Salads — These 3 Are the Best! 🥒
After testing over 100 different cucumber salad recipes (yes, really), I’ve narrowed it down to the top 3 that stand out in flavor, texture, and simplicity. From creamy tzatziki-style freshness to a bold sweet & spicy crunch, and a Mediterranean combo with avocado and feta — these are game-changers.

🔪 Easy to make
🌱 Fresh ingredients
🔥 Big flavor

👉 Watch to find your new favorite cucumber salad!

🥗 1. Mediterranean Cucumber & Avocado Salad
(Hearty, creamy, and crunchy)

0:00 — Recipe 1: Mediterranean Cucumber & Avocado Salad

Ingredients:

2–3 cucumbers, thinly sliced

1 ripe avocado, diced

3.5 oz (100 g) feta cheese, crumbled or cubed

2–3 tablespoons toasted walnuts, roughly chopped

Handful of arugula or baby spinach (optional)

2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Juice of ½ lemon

Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Slice cucumbers and dice avocado.

Add them to a bowl with feta, greens (if using), and walnuts.

Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.

Gently toss and serve immediately.

✅ A nutritious side or light meal — great with grilled chicken or pita!

1:55 — Recipe 2: Sweet & Spicy Sesame Peanut Cucumber Salad

🌶 2. Sweet & Spicy Peanut Cucumber Crunch
(Bold flavor, Asian-inspired)

Ingredients:

2–3 cucumbers, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, roughly chopped

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)

2 tablespoons mayo or thick Greek yogurt

Pinch of red chili flakes (optional)

Instructions:

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, mayo/yogurt, and chili flakes.

Pour dressing over cucumber slices and mix well.

Just before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds and peanuts for extra crunch.

✅ A crowd-pleaser with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and heat.

🥒 3. Creamy Cucumber Tzatziki Salad
(Light & Fresh – Greek-inspired)

4:00 — Recipe 3: Tzatziki-Style Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:

3–4 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced

1–2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed

Small bunch of fresh dill, chopped

2–3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

Juice of ½ lemon

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Slice cucumbers thinly and lightly salt them. Let sit for 5 minutes, then drain excess liquid.

Mix yogurt (or sour cream) with garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Add chopped dill.

Toss the cucumbers in the dressing until evenly coated.

Serve chilled or immediately for a refreshing side.

✅ Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a Mediterranean-style lunch plate.

hi All the recipes are in the description below the video. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Transfer the cucumber slices to a bowl or container that’s comfortable for mixing the salad. Scoop the ripe avocado out of its skin. Cut the avocado into cubes. Cut the feta cheese into cubes as well. Now it’s time for the nuts — roughly chop them into small pieces. Add the olive oil. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon. Mix everything well. This Mediterranean salad is fresh and creamy with a perfect crunch. The lemon dressing adds a bright, zesty flavor. So delicious and easy to make! The dressing base is yogurt or sour cream. Add soy sauce. Add honey. Add rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar. Add a pinch of chili powder. Mix everything together. Cut the cucumbers into slices. Roughly chop the peanuts with a knife. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers. Now add the chopped peanuts and sesame seeds. Mix thoroughly. This cucumber salad has the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and crunchy flavors. The peanuts and sesame add a satisfying texture, while the dressing is tangy and flavorful. It’s fresh, exciting, and easy to love! Cut the cucumber into rounds. Salt the cucumbers and let them sit to release excess water. While the cucumbers sit, mince the garlic. Mix the garlic with sour cream. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon. Add a pinch of pepper. Finely chop the dill. Go back to the cucumbers and pour out the excess liquid. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers. Add the dill. Mix everything together. This tzatziki-style cucumber salad is refreshingly light and creamy. The garlic and dill give it a bright, fresh flavor, while the lemon juice adds a perfect tang. It’s simple, healthy, and incredibly satisfying! Let me know in the comments which salad you liked best! I can’t wait to hear your favorite. Bye, see you again soon!