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Simple Pickled Cucumbers

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Simple Pickled Cucumbers

Simple Pickled Cucumbers

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Alstede Fresh Kirby Cucumbers, can substitute with regular cucumbers if desired. 2 Alstede Fresh garlic bulbs, skins & cloves removed 6 Alstede Fresh shallots, peeled, kept whole 6 Alstede Fresh cherry bomb peppers, sliced into quarters (can omit or substitute jalapeno or other spicy peppers) 2 Cups white vinegar 2 Cups water… Read More »

simple-pickled-cucumbers

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Alstede Fresh Kirby Cucumbers, can substitute with regular cucumbers if desired. 2 Alstede Fresh garlic bulbs, skins & cloves removed 6 Alstede Fresh shallots, peeled, kept whole 6 Alstede Fresh cherry bomb peppers, sliced into quarters (can omit or substitute jalapeno or other spicy peppers) 2 Cups white vinegar 2 Cups water… Read More »

Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

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Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, striped, seeded, and diced 1-15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed 1/2 medium-large red onion, cut into large chunks 1 jalapeño pepper, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, chopped 1 – 2 garlic cloves 3-4 T chopped Chives 1/3-1/2 c Mint leaves Juice of 1/2 fresh lime 2 t apple cider vinegar… Read More »

cucumber-chick-pea-salad

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, striped, seeded, and diced 1-15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed 1/2 medium-large red onion, cut into large chunks 1 jalapeño pepper, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, chopped 1 – 2 garlic cloves 3-4 T chopped Chives 1/3-1/2 c Mint leaves Juice of 1/2 fresh lime 2 t apple cider vinegar… Read More »

Tomato, Cucumber, Corn, and Herb Summer Salad

Tomato, Cucumber, Corn, and Herb Summer Salad

Tomato, Cucumber, Corn, and Herb Summer Salad

Tomato, Cucumber, Corn, and Herb Summer Salad

Serves: 6 1 to 2 garlic cloves 1 very small red onion (or shallot) Juice and zest of 1 small lemon 2 tablespoons Champagne (or white wine) vinegar 2 tablespoons sherry (or red wine) vinegar 1 ear corn 1 large tomato (or a pint of cherry tomatoes) 1 cucumber 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup… Read More »

Serves: 6 1 to 2 garlic cloves 1 very small red onion (or shallot) Juice and zest of 1 small lemon 2 tablespoons Champagne (or white wine) vinegar 2 tablespoons sherry (or red wine) vinegar 1 ear corn 1 large tomato (or a pint of cherry tomatoes) 1 cucumber 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup… Read More »

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

5 cucumbers (about 2 1/2 pounds)peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced on an angle 1/4 inch thick Salt and pepper 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 small red onion, thinly sliced In a colander set over a bowl, toss the… Read More »

5 cucumbers (about 2 1/2 pounds)peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced on an angle 1/4 inch thick Salt and pepper 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 small red onion, thinly sliced In a colander set over a bowl, toss the… Read More »

Refrigerator Cucumber Salad

Refrigerator Cucumber Salad

Refrigerator Cucumber Salad

Refrigerator Cucumber Salad

4 thinly sliced cucumbers – 4 thinly sliced Red onions – 1 large, sliced Green bell peppers – 1 large, sliced (or color of your choice) Salt – 1 tbsp. White Vinegar – 2 cup Sugar – 1 1/2 cups (for my family I cut the sugar in half but if I was taking it… Read More »

4 thinly sliced cucumbers – 4 thinly sliced Red onions – 1 large, sliced Green bell peppers – 1 large, sliced (or color of your choice) Salt – 1 tbsp. White Vinegar – 2 cup Sugar – 1 1/2 cups (for my family I cut the sugar in half but if I was taking it… Read More »

Green bean and Cucumber Salad

Green bean and Cucumber Salad

Green bean and Cucumber Salad

Green bean and Cucumber Salad

This is a refreshing summer salad that my grandmother and then my mother always prepared. It is one of my favorites. From your share: Green beans Cucumber From your garden: Summer Savory, basil or oregano From your kitchen: Red onion Black olives Red wine vinegar Olive oil Wash and trim the green beans, place in… Read More »

This is a refreshing summer salad that my grandmother and then my mother always prepared. It is one of my favorites. From your share: Green beans Cucumber From your garden: Summer Savory, basil or oregano From your kitchen: Red onion Black olives Red wine vinegar Olive oil Wash and trim the green beans, place in… Read More »

Quick Pickled Cucumbers

Quick Pickled Cucumbers

Quick Pickled Cucumbers

Quick Pickled Cucumbers

1-2 cucumbers from the share 1/2 cup white vinegar 1 tablespoon coconut sugar 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill leaves 1 T fresh parsley leaves minced, (optional) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cut cucumber crosswise into very thin slices. In a bowl whisk together remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved and… Read More »

1-2 cucumbers from the share 1/2 cup white vinegar 1 tablespoon coconut sugar 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill leaves 1 T fresh parsley leaves minced, (optional) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cut cucumber crosswise into very thin slices. In a bowl whisk together remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved and… Read More »

Mixed Green Salad with Red Onions, Red Grapes and Pickled Cucumbers

Mixed Green Salad with Red Onions, Red Grapes and Pickled Cucumbers

Mixed Green Salad with Red Onions, Red Grapes and Pickled Cucumbers

Mixed Green Salad with Red Onions, Red Grapes and Pickled Cucumbers

About 5 servings 3 cups mixed lettuce greens 1 bunch arugula rinsed well, tips trimmed 1 cup thinly sliced red onion 2 cups red grapes sliced 1 cup toasted slivered almonds 2 cups of chopped pickled cucumbers Dressing: 1/3 cup olive oil 3 T red wine vinegar 2 T balsamic vinegar Kosher or sea salt… Read More »

About 5 servings 3 cups mixed lettuce greens 1 bunch arugula rinsed well, tips trimmed 1 cup thinly sliced red onion 2 cups red grapes sliced 1 cup toasted slivered almonds 2 cups of chopped pickled cucumbers Dressing: 1/3 cup olive oil 3 T red wine vinegar 2 T balsamic vinegar Kosher or sea salt… Read More »

Black Bean Burgers with Spicy Cucumber and Red Pepper Relish

Black Bean Burgers with Spicy Cucumber and Red Pepper Relish

Black Bean Burgers with Spicy Cucumber and Red Pepper Relish

Black Bean Burgers with Spicy Cucumber and Red Pepper Relish

Relish: 2/3 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon finely chopped dill 1/8 teaspoon salt Dash of ground red pepper Burgers: 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs 1/4… Read More »

Relish: 2/3 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon finely chopped dill 1/8 teaspoon salt Dash of ground red pepper Burgers: 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs 1/4… Read More »

Sparkling Cucumber-Basil Limeade

Sparkling Cucumber-Basil Limeade

Sparkling Cucumber-Basil Limeade

Sparkling Cucumber-Basil Limeade

1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon lime zest, plus 1 cup fresh lime juice (4 to 6 limes) 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, lightly packed 1 medium English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced 2 cups chilled sparkling water In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, lime zest + 1 cup water to a simmer over medium… Read More »

1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon lime zest, plus 1 cup fresh lime juice (4 to 6 limes) 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, lightly packed 1 medium English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced 2 cups chilled sparkling water In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, lime zest + 1 cup water to a simmer over medium… Read More »

Japanese Cucumber Salad

Japanese Cucumber Salad

Japanese Cucumber Salad

Japanese Cucumber Salad

2 medium cucumbers, or 1 large English cucumber 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted (see Tip) Peel cucumbers to leave alternating green stripes. Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise; scrape the seeds out with a spoon. Using a food processor or sharp knife, cut into very… Read More »

2 medium cucumbers, or 1 large English cucumber 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted (see Tip) Peel cucumbers to leave alternating green stripes. Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise; scrape the seeds out with a spoon. Using a food processor or sharp knife, cut into very… Read More »

Salmon and Cucumber Boats

Salmon and Cucumber Boats

Salmon and Cucumber Boats

Salmon and Cucumber Boats

1 large orange 6 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 1/2-inch squares 1 large tomato (about 1/4 pound), diced 2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 8 Kirby (or Persian) cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise and seeded 1 1/4 cup reduced-fat… Read More »

1 large orange 6 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 1/2-inch squares 1 large tomato (about 1/4 pound), diced 2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 8 Kirby (or Persian) cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise and seeded 1 1/4 cup reduced-fat… Read More »