This modern Waldorf salad swaps walnuts for cucumber and adds protein-packed chicken. Crisp apples, sweet raisins, and creamy mayo over fresh romaine in 20 minutes.
Creamy avocados, juicy-sweet tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, meaty chickpeas and salty olives are on top of a bed of lettuce or any your favorite greens. Drizzle some freshly homemade vinaigrette and serve with a few slices of good bread.
California-style chilled gazpacho built from peak summer tomatoes, English cucumber, red bell peppers, jalapeno, serrano, and a chiffonade of fresh herbs. Vegan, low-fat, and made for blistering Sonoma afternoons.
A wide variety of fresh vegetables and quinoa are tossed with a salty and sweet miso orange dressing. Serve it as a refreshingly nutritious side dish or a vegetarian/vegan main course.
Sweet, sour and slightly spicy. Cucumber, sweet bell pepper, carrots, wood ears and smoked tofu are tossed with rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, soy sauce and Korean chili pepper. A very tasty side dish that goes well with all your favorite Korean dishes or most of the main courses.
Add feta cheese, sun-dried tomates, marinated artichoke hearts, mushrooms, olives, fresh cucumber, onions and bell peppers into cooked macaroni. Serve it over a bed of mixed greens, super tasty and refreshing.
Lots of fresh veggies and smoked tofu are tossed with a flavorful yet light soy-maple dressing.
I was reading New York Times the other day, and a Greek Salad English Muffin recipe with picture captured my attention. Then I made this Greek salad-one of my favorites, instead of English muffins, I used homemade whole wheat burger bun. So here my sandwich is stuffed with Greek Salad, sounds a good idea, and it tastes amazingly delicious!
Bibimbap is my all-time favorite Korean dish, I have no problem to make it and eat it everyday :) I made this recipe a few days ago, this time I added homemade bean sprouts as well, and served it with three different kinds of homemade kimchi (cucumber, daikon and cabbage kimchi) and a fried egg as always. Delicious, that's the only word I can say every time :)
Bring a Greek flavor to your salads with this easy-to-follow recipe that will become one of your favorites!
Cucumber raita is one common side-dish in Indian meal. Its refreshing and creamy taste brings a wonderful balance to the always-spicy main course. This easy and tasty cucumber raita takes on time to make.
Stir-fried bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini with garlic, ginger, scallions are tossed with pasta, cucumber, cilantro, and miso-chili sauce. It's a delicious, light yet nutritious one pot meal that's perfect for week-nights.
A classic Korean dish, seasoned vegetables are served with Korean noodles and spicy sauce along with a small bowl of miso soup and kimchee.
Spicy sweet and sour cucumber salad: crisp cucumber tossed in a tangy, sweet, and chili-spiked dressing. A quick, refreshing side that gets even better after a chill in the fridge.
A little bit of heat with a tangy sweet and sour taste. This cucumber soba salad for sure refreshes your taste buds while satisfies your tummy.
There are so many kinds of kimchi. Cucumber and bok choy together make a delicious and crunchy kimchi that goes well with any Korean dishes.
A hearty Greek brown rice salad tossing nutty whole-grain rice with tomato, cucumber, feta, kalamata olives, and creamy avocado in a lemony, minty dressing. A fresh Mediterranean grain bowl.
This light yet tasty Chinese veggie salad is made with bean sprouts, lotus root, carrot, cucumber, black mushrooms, and tofu sheet, then tossed with a soy-rice vinegar-sesame oil dressing. A refreshing side dish that goes well with most of the main dishes, or just serve it with some steamed rice to complete a delicious meal.
Inspired by a Japanese salad I had when I was in Australia. The salad tasted so refreshing, and the miso dressing added tons of flavour. An excellent salad.
Cucumber kimchi is refreshingly delicious, and it's so easy to make at home. Follow this simple recipe to make your own cucumber kimchi that goes well with all the Korean dishes.
Making your own kimchi at home is totally easy, and the best of all is that you can adjust the seasonings to your own taste. Serve it with any your favorite Korean or other dishes.
Cucumber and cilantro add the extra fresh taste into the salad!
A classic Korean dish, seasoned vegetables are served with steamed rice and spicy sauce along with a small bowl of miso soup and kimchee.
This sweet and sour cold noodles dish is one of my favorites, it's particularly good on a hot summer day. Easy to make, and tastes refreshing and delicious.
It's a delicious recipe to cook up your leftover cooked rice with some fresh vegetables and Indian spices. Quick, easy and tasty.
This recipe was absolutely divine. The Korean spicy-sweet sauce was the key, which gave the dish an authentic Korean taste. Assorted mushrooms and vegetables added layers of great textures. The combination was just delicious!
This Korean inspired cucumber salad is sweet, sour and slightly spicy. Cucumber, sweet bell pepper, carrots and tofu sheets are tossed with rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil and Korean chili pepper. A delicious and light side dish.
Quick and easy to make finger food perfect hors d'oeuvres or even as a mid-day snack. Rich and creamy smoked salmon mousse on top of light refreshing cucumber rounds.
This refreshing cucumber-radish salad is sweet, sour and slightly spicy. It's a Korean inspired side dish, and goes deliciously well with any meat main dishes. It helps to cut through the fat and brightens up the whole meal.
This refreshing and tasty salad is made with garden-fresh cucumber and juicy-sweet tomatoes, and tossed with a soy-sesame dressing.
A Mexican-inspired chilled gazpacho loaded with fresh Roma tomatoes, zucchini, roasted garlic and spicy vegetable juice, topped with crispy tortilla strips and crumbled Cotija cheese.
Iced strawberry soup with fresh berries, English cucumber, lemon yogurt, light rum, and mint. Pink chilled summer starter that doubles as a boozy brunch refresher.
Thai fish cakes with red curry paste, nam pla, chopped green beans, and fresh basil, pan-fried golden and served with a sweet-tangy cucumber salad on the side.
Tod Man Thai fish cakes with red curry paste, fish sauce, green beans, and basil, fried golden and served with a tangy cucumber salad. Authentic street food flavor at home.
Asian cucumber salad with rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, and garlic. A cool, crunchy side dish that comes together in minutes with no cooking.
Chilled cucumber yogurt soup with strained yogurt, fresh dill, mint, and garlic. Mediterranean-style summer soup that beats the heat. No-cook recipe served icy cold.
No-cook cucumber avocado salad with lime, chili pepper, and red bell pepper. Paper-thin cucumber slices with creamy avocado and a spicy citrus kick.
Rainbow-bright chilled gazpacho with red, yellow, and green peppers finely diced in tangy buttermilk and sour cream. Fresh lime juice, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
English cucumber and ginger conserve macerates sliced cucumber in sugar, then simmers the syrup with bruised ginger root for a translucent, spiced preserve. An old British country jam for cheese boards and tea.
Tomato and watermelon salad with cucumber, avocado, fresh herbs, and freshly ground coriander seed in an aged balsamic vinaigrette. A juicy, summery side dish that tastes like August on a plate.
Korean-style grilled chicken thighs marinated in soy, sesame oil, ginger, and honey, served with a cool minted cucumber salad. A bright, balanced weeknight dinner.
Homemade chicken shawarma: yogurt-marinated thigh meat layered with spinach and roasted red peppers, baked into a stacked loaf, sliced thin, and served on fresh chapati flatbread with tzatziki.
Melon, cucumber, and tomato salad tossed in a lemon-mint dressing with fresh parsley. A refreshing vegan summer salad that balances sweet, tangy, and herbal flavors.
Barbequed swordfish with a spicy tomato glaze and a Mediterranean black olive, cucumber, and plum tomato salad. A composed summer plate finished with a Dijon-chive vinaigrette for restaurant-level dinner party plating.
Beet and Cucumber Salad with Orange Dressing recipe
Overnight Chinese pasta salad with cool rice vermicelli, snow peas, cucumber, shrimp and crab in a sesame-ginger dressing. A make-ahead potluck favorite with serious crunch.
Stunning Chinese shredded vegetable and chicken platter with wood ear fungus, egg strips, and a ginger-mustard sesame dressing. A composed cold salad that looks as spectacular as it tastes.
Pickled beet salad tossed with English cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and fresh dill. A four-ingredient cold side that comes together in minutes and pairs with everything from grilled fish to roast pork.