Cucumbers are vegetables that can be used in so many different ways. They’re great in salads, sandwiches or appetizers to yield a variety of dishes. We’ve gathered 19 of the most delicious cucumber recipes that will make you see this simple vegetable in a new and exciting light. These recipes are perfect for anyone looking for a tasty and healthy snack or a dish that will make everyone happy.
Tajin Cucumber Boats With Lime Juice
These Tajin Cucumber Boats With Lime Juice are low-carb and gluten-free. The flavor of the Tajin pairs perfectly with the cucumber and the tart lime juice. The cucumber boats are light, refreshing, full of flavor, and can be made in only 5 minutes.
Get the recipe: Tajin Cucumber Boats With Lime Juice.
Everything Bagel Seasoning Cucumber Boats
These Everything Bagel Seasoning Cucumber Boats are a 5-minute low-carb recipe that features fresh cucumbers that are cut and then de-seeded before being topped with cream cheese and mashed avocado. Garnish the cucumber boats with a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning for a light, refreshing, and crunchy snack.
Get the recipe: Everything Bagel Seasoning Cucumber Boats.
Creamy Dill Cucumber Onion Salad
This Creamy Dill Cucumber Onion Salad is made with sour cream and mayo and is crisp, light, refreshing, and can be made and served in only 30 minutes. It’s a perfect family dinner side dish when you need to quickly get dinner on the table.
Get the recipe: Creamy Dill Cucumber Onion Salad.
Chive and Onion Cream Cheese Cucumber Boats
These Chive and Onion Cream Cheese Cucumber Boats are a delicious cucumber snack recipe featuring cream cheese, avocado, mustard, bacon bits, and Everything Bagel Seasoning that can be made in just 10 minutes. They are low-carb, keto-friendly, and can easily be made dairy-free.
Get the recipe: Chive and Onion Cream Cheese Cucumber Boats.
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats
These Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats are a quick and easy snack or lunch that features chicken salad made with ingredients like canned chicken, bacon, and cheese that is scooped into hollowed-out cucumber halves.
Get the recipe: Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats.
Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese
These Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats With Cream Cheese are a refreshing, crunchy, low-carb 10-minute snack with a kick. Featuring fresh, crisp cucumbers that are cut and de-seeded, each cucumber half is stuffed with softened cream cheese and spoonfuls of tuna before being topped off with a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning, coconut aminos, and a drizzle of hot sauce.
Get the recipe: Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats With Cream Cheese.
Shrimp Cucumber Bites
These Shrimp Cucumber Bites are a perfect party appetizer or afternoon snack that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and serve. Featuring ingredients like shrimp, cajun seasoning, homemade guacamole, and cucumber slices, this recipe is low-carb, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Cucumber Bites.
Creamy Tzatziki
Drizzle this Creamy Tzatziki atop your favorite grilled protein, or use it as a dip with fresh vegetables. You can even use it as a salad dressing for some added tang and additional healthy fats.
Get the recipe: Creamy Tzatziki.
Bacon Tomato Avocado Cucumber Boats
These Bacon Tomato Avocado Cucumber Boats can be made in just 10 minutes and feature fresh cucumbers that are stuffed with softened cream cheese and mashed avocado. Top off the cucumber boats with crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning for a light, refreshing, filling, and crunchy snack.
Get the recipe: Bacon Tomato Avocado Cucumber Boats.
Cucumber Tomato Bites
These Cucumber Tomato Bites are a quick, easy, and delicious low-carb vegetarian appetizer recipe that you can whip together in less than 30 minutes.
Get the recipe: Cucumber Tomato Bites.
Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad
This refreshing watermelon feta cucumber salad is a colorful and easy-to-make side dish that brings together sweet, savory, and tangy flavors inspired by Greek cuisine. With only 4 ingredients for the salad and 3 for the dressing, this easy salad recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a last-minute addition to any meal.
Get the recipe: Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad.
Cucumber Avocado Smoothie
This cucumber avocado smoothie is ready to become your next favorite green smoothie. With buttery avocado, crisp cucumber, cilantro and lime, it’s creamy, crisp, and refreshing all in one.
Get the recipe: Cucumber Avocado Smoothie.
Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches
These Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches feature crisp, sliced cucumber, pepper jack cheese, chopped hard-boiled egg, creamy dill sauce, and fresh spring mix for an easy, delicious sandwich that’s great for picnics, lunches, or parties.
Get the recipe: Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches.
Crispy Baked Cucumber Chips
Perfectly done, super crispy Baked Cucumber Chips Recipe that is not only low in calories but extra nutritious and guilt-free. This keto chips variation made with dehydrated cucumbers and so many options for flavoring will be your go-to snack that is fully low carb, gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for people with diabetes.
Get the recipe: Crispy Baked Cucumber Chips.
Kachumber Salad
Kachumber Salad is a colorful salad of chopped raw veggies—chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and chile peppers. It’s seasoned with fresh cilantro or coriander leaves, ground spices, and a squeeze of lemon juice or lime juice and makes a great side for Indian dishes from veggie curries to biryani.
Get the recipe: Kachumber Salad.
Beet Cucumber Salad With Feta and Dill
This Beet and Cucumber Salad with feta and dill is packed with sweet, savory, earthy, tangy, and salty flavors.
Get the recipe: Beet Cucumber Salad With Feta and Dill.
Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles
Make these quick and easy Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles from cucumbers. There is no canning equipment or fuss. These homemade pickles are the best for summer sandwiches.
Get the recipe: Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles.
Japanese Cucumber Salad
Japanese cucumber salad is a refreshing side dish for hot weather. It goes perfectly with grilled fish and meat or spicy dishes. It is easy to make, light, and uses just a few ingredients.
Get the recipe: Japanese Cucumber Salad.
Spicy Cucumber Salad
This Spicy Cucumber Salad is spiked with chili crisp and fermented black beans and is super refreshing on a hot day. Bring it to the cookout and watch it disappear fast.
Get the recipe: Spicy Cucumber Salad.