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    25+ Must-Try Cucumber Recipes

    Published: Jun 6, 2023 by Ashley

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    Collage of cucumber recipe images with text that reads, "25+ Must-Try Cucumber Recipes".

    Cucumber isn't just for dipping or salads. Whether you have garden bounty or a fridge-full, here are over 25 of our favorite cucumber recipes!

    Collage of cucumber recipe images with text that reads, "25+ Must-Try Cucumber Recipes".

    A lot of people struggle with finding creative cucumber recipes. Don't be fooled into thinking that they can only be used to dip into a bowl of creamy hummus or sliced on top of your favorite salad.

    I have a lot of friends who get frustrated with a summertime garden cucumber explosion. It seems like they all tend to be ready to harvest at once.

    There are also a lot of times when I have a partial cucumber or one that just needs to be used up soon hanging out in the fridge.

    So I'm here to share over 25 of our favorite cucumber recipes to help you use 'em when you have 'em.

    What's your favorite way to incorporate cucumbers into your diet? Do you have a favorite recipe? Leave a comment below - I'd love to hear your thoughts!

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    Overhead view of a copper mug filled with a Cucumber Moscow Mule cocktail with ingredients alongside.

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    Close up of a few cucumber slices topped with a spiced chickpea purée.

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    Overhead view of a platter of veggie cream cheese roll-ups.

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    Plate of Falafel-Spiced Chickpea Salad with Tahini-Lemon Vinaigrette and a fork.

    Falafel-Spiced Chickpea Salad with Tahini-Lemon Vinaigrette

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    Gin cocktails garnished with lime.

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    Overhead view of a bowl of Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette with dressing on the side

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    Gin cocktails with cucumber and mint garnishes.

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    Overhead view of a plate of Mediterranean Farro Salad with Spiced Beef Patties drizzled with yogurt over greens served with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.

    Mediterranean Farro Salad with Spiced Beef Patties

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    Persian Malbec Lamb Burgers with Mast-o-Khiar and Pomegranate Tomato Jam

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    Bowl of cucumber salad with red bell peppers and dill.

    Cucumber Salad with Lime and Dill

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    Overhead view of a Persian meal with yogurt, kebab, veggies, and pita.

    Mast-o-Khiar with Walnuts + Raisins

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    Mast-o-Khiar with Walnuts + Raisins Recipe
    Green smoothie in a glass with a yellow straw.

    Mango, Kale, Avocado, and Cucumber Green Smoothie

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    Bowl of couscous with fresh veggies and dill.

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    Couscous, Garbanzo, and Cucumber Salad Recipe
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    Fresh Apple, Carrot, Orange, Cucumber Juice

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    Overhead view of a bowl of sweet and sour cucumber salad.

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    Two glasses of green juice in front of a window.

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