Best Minted Cucumber Salad Recipes

MINTED CUCUMBER SALAD

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Fresh herbs and a light vinaigrette season the garden-fresh cucumbers and tomatoes in this easy salad. I'm a busy pastor's wife and mother and am always looking for new recipes that can be prepared quickly but don't sacrifice taste or nutrition. -Debbie Purdue, Westland, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 large cucumbers, chopped
2 cups seeded chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Add to cucumber mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINTED CUCUMBER AND HONEYDEW MELON SALAD

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Ok, this may sound a bit different, but this is REALLY good. Light and healthy. A simple dressing and a wonderful summer dish. Great for picnics as it can easily be served chilled which is best, or room temp which makes it perfect for picnics.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories Melons

Time 20m

Yield 4 Salad Servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 seedless cucumber (peeled & sliced in 1/4-inch rounds and then halved)
2 cups honeydew melon (cut in bite size cubes)
2 tablespoons red onions, minced fine
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, fine chopped
2 tablespoons key lime juice (regular lime juice can be substituted)
1/2 teaspoon honey
salt
pepper

Steps:

Salad -- In a large bowl, add the mint, red onion, lime juice, honey, cucumber and honeydew melon and toss well. The liquid from both the melon and cucumber will be enough to combine with the simple dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill at least 15 minutes.
Serve -- Just ENJOY! A light refreshing salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.3, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 20.1, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 10.8, Protein 1.6

MINTED FETA, TOMATO AND CUCUMBER GREEK SALAD

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Fresh-picked mint and summer tomatoes make this healthy salad a nice addition to a picnic or a barbecue buffet.

Provided by La Dilettante

Categories Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 5 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups cucumbers, peeled, seeded, diced
3 tablespoons onions, grated
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped coarsely
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

Toss vegetables with dressing, Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.3, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 20.5, Sodium 316.9, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 3.4

MINTED CUCUMBER SALAD

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Provided by Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 large European or seedless hothouse cucumber
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Cut the cucumber into thin slices and place them in a medium-sized glass salad bowl. Mix the remaining ingredients together and pour them over the cucumber slices. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour. Serve chilled.