3 Tastiest Cucumber Salad Recipes

Hot summer days call for something refreshing, and these 3 Tastiest Cucumber Salad Recipes are just the thing! Whether you’re in the mood for something savory, spicy, or creamy, there’s a cucumber salad here for you. These recipes are quick, easy, and packed with flavor — perfect for barbecues, lunchboxes, or a light dinner.

1. Chinese Cucumber Salad with Tofu Slices

Ingredients:
1 English cucumber, julienned
1 cup tofu, thinly sliced
2 cups hot water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Chinkiang vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon chili oil
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorn oil
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

• Julienne the cucumber and set aside.
• In a large bowl, add the tofu slices and pour over the hot water. Let sit for 2 minutes, then drain.
• To make the sauce, in a bowl combine soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, chili oil, and Sichuan peppercorn oil. Mix well.
• On a serving plate, arrange the tofu slices and cucumber. Pour the sauce over and top with chopped cilantro. Mix and enjoy.

2. Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons Korean red chili flakes
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

• Thinly slice the cucumber.
• In a bowl, combine the cucumber, salt, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and Korean red chili flakes. Toss gently to mix.
• Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and serve.

3. Creamy Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:
1/2 English cucumber, sliced
1/2 apple, sliced
1 cup ham steak, cubed
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of black pepper

• Slice the cucumber and apple into bite-size pieces. (Soak apple slices in saltwater briefly to prevent browning, then drain.)
• Cut the ham steak into cubes.
• In a bowl, mix sour cream, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
• Combine the cucumber, apple, ham, and dressing in a bowl or on a plate. Toss well and serve immediately.