:: Cucumber Salsa Recipe ::
I have a new love!!!! Just when I thought I couldn’t find a way to eat another cucumber! Hahaha! Well gardening season is in full swing and I’m thankful! We try to make use of anything ripe in the moment even if that means eating surplus in fun new exciting flavorful ways!
I should’ve had tomatoes in this recipe, but my tomatoes are lagging a bit this summer. It didn’t matter a bit. This simple recipe was just a “we’ve got nothing to lose but the extra cucumbers” effort. But WOW. I am so in love!
WHAT TO THROW TOGETHER:
4 diced cucumbers
1 1/2 cup sour cream
Juice of one lemon
Juice of one lime
Cumin (to taste)
Fresh Cilantro (to taste)
My picture at the top is still a little bubbly from mixing the citrus juice into the sour cream. Take whole wheat tortillas (if you don’t have chips) and cut or rip into dipping size and toast them at 350 on a cookie sheet in the oven until golden. Yup! – that’s it! No cooking spray, no salt, no oil. Just crunchy goodness and they are delicious!!! This is my family’s favorite way to dig into some baba ganoush or homemade hummus or even onion dip made from milk kefir! They have a much better flavor than chips, less fat and less sodium! AND THEY ARE CHEAPER! win win win win!!!
So, I have put up one batch of lacto-fermented pickles. This method is a first for me, I’ll let you know how it goes! But I honestly think a lot of our surplus this year is going to be enjoyed just like this… in the form of cucumber salsa. It satisfies us as avid snackers and it has the bright lively flavor of lemon and lime – It’s just a beautiful thing.
What are your favorite ways to use cucumbers? Have you ever tried cucumber salsa?
Cool cucumber on a hot day is so refreshing. This recipe sounds delicious 🙂
Am sharing it on Facebook #typeaparent
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I just devoured much of another batch last night Catherine… Finally a way to use loads of extra cukes!!! So yummy.
This looks so good. I made something like this with cook zucchini the other day.
tara pittman recently posted…Naan:Indian Oven Bread Made With Organic Kalonji Seeds
Ohhh… as a cold salsa type thing, Tara?? I’d really love to know what you did!
I just cannot bring myself to like cucumber. My husband loves it, though, so I might make this for him – thanks for the recipe!
Jamie recently posted…“Ribbon Star Craft” – #TBCCrafters (07/10/14)
Wow, Jamie… I don’t think I’ve ever heard of anyone NOT liking cucumber… that’s a first for me! That’s thoughtful of you – I’m sure he’d appreciate the gesture:)
Oh man, that sounds delicious. Cucumber is so refreshing, and mixing it with the cilantro and sour cream. Mmmm. Yummy.
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Great combo!!! 🙂 So good…
This sounds delicious! I love anything with cucumber, so I can’t wait to try this.
Thanks Daisy! I love to get encouraging feedback 🙂
I’m going to make this tonight! It sounds delicious. Talk about refreshing and delicious.
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Did you end up trying it Courtney? I’d love to hear your thoughts! I have some cukes now on my counter I need to make a batch!
I’ve never tried cucumber salsa before, but this looks amazing! I will have to try this before end of summer
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I would love to hear what you think of it Amanda!
I’m seriously stuck in a salsa rut – I love the one I make but I’m getting a little sick of it. Thanks for the new idea, it’s a great one!
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos recently posted…Kraft Canada Searches for Ultimate Food Hacker
So you’re a fellow salsa lover huh Tammi? hahaha! I love it so much!!!!
Oh I love cucumber, what a great idea. I guess I’d be tempted to add some chilles, for spice!
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I was thinking that too Kristin! Especially since my cilantro has disappeared!
That sounds absolutely delicious. I want to try this – and soon!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) recently posted…5 Tips to Help Children Organize Their Toys
Thanks Robin! Let us know if you change it up and do a variation… would love to hear about it!
My mom used to soak cucumbers in something and it was delicious. I honestly have no idea what it was though! haha This sounds great! Thanks for the recipe.
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I remember my mom always serving cukes in oil/vinegar/salt/pepper. I love them but I can’t eat much of it. Was it tangy?
This cucumber salsa looks delicious. I love the coolness of the cucumber and the sour cream combined with the spicy flavor of cumin and cilantro.
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you’re singin’ my song, sister! 🙂
This sounds delicious. I’m going to make this for the family soon. Everybody in my house loves all of these ingredients.
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Great Dawn! I would love to hear their thoughts! I am going to make some with tomato but I don’t want the tomato to get in the way! hahaha
That sounds so good! Now I just need more cucumbers!
Ellen Christian recently posted…Identity Theft Protection While Traveling
My dukes have slowed down, sadly Ellen. The way we planted them … they are getting meshed in with some of my tomatoes and I’m having a hard time getting to some of the ripe cukes. I have some right now on my counter I can share with you though 🙂
That certainly looks yummy! I have a few cucumbers that need to be used up, so I’m definitely going to try this recipe.
Would love to hear what you think Pam! Let us know if you change it up! I love to learn from y’all!
I’m so used to salsa having tomatoes, but this one looks like one to try soon. I love a cool cucumber dish in the summer.
LauraOinAK recently posted…Visiting Alaska’s Interior at the Tolsona Wilderness Campground
Me too Laura! It was a really nice change!
This is unique, I am sure it is delicious! I would love to make this for my family.
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Thanks for stopping by susan!! Let us know if you give it a try … or even a variation! I love to hear how people change things up!
Cucumber salsa is delicious! I love using cucumbers in lieu of bread for sandwiches!
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide recently posted…Sleep in Luxury at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego #travel
Chelley… how do you do that for ‘bread’? Do you slice the dukes the long way? I use them for dipping but I’d love to hear how you use them for sandwiches and what kind of sandwiches! You have me curious! 🙂
Creative way to use cucumber – not something I would have thought of. It looks very refreshing!
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It sure is Lisa. Really delicious.
This looks delicious! I am like you, lots of cucumbers and cilantro, no tomatoes yet, so this seems like a great recipe to try.
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Thank you Anne. I hope you try it and yes the garden is going “hog wild” haha
I make almost the same recipe minus the cumin. I also add thinly sliced red onions..so good.
Amy Desrosiers recently posted…Look What I Found Inside my Prize Candle! #PrizeDigger
Great minds Amy. I leave the cumin out of my personal one and Jayne likes it 🙂
I never thought to use cucumbers to create a salsa! What a brilliant idea!
Amber Edwards recently posted…Top 16 Easy Dinner Recipes for the family
Thank you Amber. Jayne out did herself. I just love it.
I love cucumbers and I find them so fresh and refreshing, especially in the summer. I never thought about adding sour cream to cucumbers. What an interesting idea.
I can’t wait to hear what you think Ann. It’s such a delicious recipe:)
Looks very yummy! Now that these are growing in everybody’s garden, it is nice to have a recipe to help change up the usual salad! Thanks!
Nancy Lustri (StyleDecor) recently posted…Hard Candy Mystery Bag Giveaway!
Your welcome Nancy. It’s wonderful to have a change 🙂
This sounds like the perfect summer side dish! I would totally make this and take this to a summer bbq!
Meagan recently posted…Potato Spinach Kielbasa Skillet Recipe
It would be delicious. I keep making it over and over 🙂
This sounds good. I never thought of making salsa with cucumbers but I bet it is good!
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It’s always fun to try new recipes! very yummy!
I used to make homemade chips with the tortillas and I got away from doing that. Thanks for the reminder to get back to more homemade for snacking! Love this “salsa” recipe – what a different use for cucumbers!
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Oh good! I’m so glad you found it useful!!! Let us know what you think if you try it out… would love to hear back from you.
My daughter has been eating cucumber like crazy lately. I bet she would love to try this out!
My have slowed down… I have a feeling I’m going to miss this through the cooler months!! 🙂
Wow, that looks AWESOME! Perfect for a hot summer day.
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Thanks Marina! So delicious! Thanks for the feedback:)
We have cucumbers coming out our EARS. right now! I’m going to make this tonight and see how the fam likes it. We love salsa. Or really anything fresh from the garden
My plants have slowed down… I will never plant tomatoes that close again 🙁 Did you make it? I’d love to know how you liked it.
This looks perfect for a hot summer day! I need to make this ASAP! I love to throw a cucumber in with some cottage cheese with a little siracha on top! Yum!
Aimee Smith recently posted…Finding Time for Mommy to Have Me Time
wow…that’s a combo i’ve never thought of! I am going to try that Aimee!
What a fun and unique way to eat cucumbers. Easy to make too!
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We enjoy cucumbers. Their are great treat anytime but especially during the summer. This salsa recipe will be great to make for the family.
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I hope you enjoy! 😀
Fried cucumbers, fixed just like fried green tomatoes, oh so good.
That sounds good. Definitely trying that Paula. Thank you