28 Cucumber Recipes That Are Crunchy and Refreshing

Cucumbers are fresh, flavorful and crunchy. They’re the key to a refreshing cucumber salad and they add a juicy bite to any dish they’re featured in. Whether you’ve just received a bundle in your CSA box or have a bounty of cukes growing in your garden, these delicious recipes will help you use them up. One of the best ways to preserve your excess is to make pickles. These ones use only a handful of pantry ingredients—and only need a few hours in the refrigerator. They’re just as tangy and flavorful as those prepared according to the more traditional (and labor-intensive) canning techniques. Plus this recipe can be scaled with ease, meaning you can make just one jar or ten in a matter of minutes.

A quick cucumber salad is the perfect dish to whip up for a last-minute party. This one takes just 30 minutes to prepare, and it’s delightfully simple and refreshing. Fresh dill, red onion and white wine vinegar help punch up the cooling cucumbers.

Cool and crunchy, this refreshing appetizer is great for summer barbecues or cocktail parties. It’s an elegant and simple dish that serves a crowd. Garnish the crab and vegetables with fresh dill for added presentation.

Cucumbers are essential to a great Greek salad, and this recipe puts the fresh vegetable on full display. They’re crunchy, crisp and juicy, all of which makes them the perfect base for this simple salad. A quick vinaigrette is all you need to add extra flavor and acidity.