Cucumber recipes
Cucumbers are such an underrated ingredient. Luckily our delicious cucumber recipes are here to give the unassuming veggie its time to shine.
If you’ve grown your own cucumbers and have a late summer glut on your hands, you’ve come to the right place. These recipe ideas prove that cucumber is more than just a bit on the side or for dunking in your hummus. Chilled cucumber and yogurt soup is so refreshing at the end of a hot day. Cucumbers tossed with sesame oil, soy and vinegar form the backbone of a filling salad with a difference in our smacked cucumber, tempeh and peanut salad recipe.
Cucumbers have a light, fresh taste that provides a welcome counterpoint to many rich dishes. Try our Vietnamese pork ribs with a refreshing smacked cucumber salad or potted shrimps paired with quick-pickled cucumber.
You could even shake up a zesty summer cocktail with cucumber (we’ve got lots of ideas below) – or preserve some of your harvest for the cooler months with one of our cucumber pickle recipes. Which recipe will you make first?
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Italian vegetarian recipes
Tuscan panzanella
Learn how to make the classic Tuscan bread salad, panzanella. It's a great way to use old bread and make the most of late summer produce.
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Easy vegan recipes
Smacked cucumber, tempeh and peanut salad
Crunchy peanuts are the ideal partner for equally nutty tempeh in a protein-packed smacked cucumber salad that’s light, fresh and speedy.
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Pickled recipes
Cucumber tsukemono (Japanese pickled cucumbers)
This crunchy cucumber pickle from Japan goes with everything and makes a great intro to the addictive world of pickling.
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Rainy day recipes for summer
Fennel, cucumber and pepper pickle
This crunchy, fresh and zingy fennel and cucumber pickle has just a light spicing which makes it a true all-rounder. Serve it with cheese or charcuterie, spoon it into sandwiches or use it to top a burger.
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Pineapple recipes
Pineapple, cucumber and chilli mojito
Is there a more summery cocktail than this pineapple mojito? We think not. Muddle infused rum with mint and lime, then add soda water.
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Summer cocktail recipes
Pineapple, cucumber, mint and jalapeño rum
Infuse white rum with the summer flavours of pineapple and cucumber (plus a chilli kick for good measure). Top with soda water to serve.
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Celebrity chef recipes
Raymond Blanc’s salmon gravadlax with cucumber and dill salad
Raymond Blanc's salmon gravadlax is an ideal centrepiece for a celebration. Make it and share with an assortment of sides!
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Sardine recipes
Sardine and chilli oil pappardelle with smacked cucumber
Tagliatelle is an easy swap for hand-pulled noodles in this Chinese-inspired dish. Serve sardine noodles with chilli oil and smacked cucumber
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Rib recipes
Vietnamese pork ribs with smacked cucumber salad
Cooked with Vietnamese spices until soft and tender, these pork ribs are coated with a umami-rich caramel for deliciously sticky results.
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Alternative barbecue recipes
Tandoori paneer skewers with yogurt cucumber salad
Make a BBQ dinner for 4 in less than 30 minutes with our easy Tandoori paneer skewers recipe. Serve with a creamy mint and cucumber salad.
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Alternative barbecue recipes
Glazed roast salmon with pickled cucumber salsa
Roast salmon in the oven or BBQ for a summer feast. The salmon-and-cucumber combo gets an update with smoky and pickled flavours.
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Cocktail recipes
Elderflower prosecco with cucumber
Complete any summer party with this light elderflower prosecco cocktail, garnished with cucumber ribbons for extra freshness.
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Non-alcoholic drink recipes
Cucumber and basil cocktail
A non-alcoholic cocktail – made with cucumber, basil and lemon – is the perfect summertime thirst quencher. Serve at your next alfresco feast.
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Delicious recipes for one person
Sesame tuna steak with cucumber salad and rice
Get your oily fish quota with this tasty, no-fuss dish inspired by Japanese flavours. It's a quick-fix meal for one, that takes just 15 minutes to make.
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Canapé recipes
Spiced paneer with quick-pickled cucumber
These paneer bites are the new cheese and pineapple. Give these Indian-inspired canapés a go at your next party.
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Jersey royal recipes
Cucumber, herb and garlic yogurt with mini roast potatoes
Garlicky roasted new potatoes are served with a minty cucumber and Greek yoghurt dip in this simple but oh-so good side dish.
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