South Indian cucumber pachadi with tamarind, green chilies, and a sizzling tempering of mustard seeds, fenugreek, and asafetida. A tangy, spicy condiment served cold.
Vellirikkai thogayal is a South Indian cucumber chutney with mustard seeds, urad dal, methi, dried red chilies, and sesame oil. A tangy, crunchy condiment for rice.
Old-fashioned mixed mustard pickles with cauliflower, green tomatoes, cucumbers, pearl onions, and bell peppers in a tangy mustard-turmeric-vinegar sauce. Canned in pints.
End-of-the-garden pickles loaded with peppers, cucumbers, carrots, beans, and cauliflower in a sweet vinegar brine with mustard and celery seed.
No-cook spicy ginger noodle sauce with rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chili oil, and fresh cilantro. Just whisk and toss with cold or warm noodles for an instant meal.
Cucumber and mint salsa with walnut oil, lemon juice, and fresh mint. Salted and drained cucumber keeps this salsa crisp and concentrated. A refreshing no-cook condiment for grilled fish, lamb, or flatbreads.
I think homemade foods are generally healthier and better taste than store-bought. I sprouted some mung bean sprouts at home for the second time. Made this salad the first thing this morning after I got up...
Thick, creamy tzatziki sauce with strained yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. A cool, tangy Greek dip that works beautifully on wraps, tortillas, grilled meats, and pita.
Kettle River gazpacho with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, garlic, and chili sauce. A hot-and-spicy chunky version of the Spanish classic that works chilled, room temperature, or gently warmed.
Katirikkai thogyal is a smoky South Indian eggplant chutney made with roasted eggplant, urad dal, dried red chilies, tamarind, and a pinch of hing. Coarsely blended and served alongside rice and ghee.
Marinated artichoke hearts, warm pasts, crunchy cucumber, and juicy tomatoes are tossed together with the marinade juice from artichoke hearts, some red pepper sauce, and fresh cilantro. Quick, easy, and refreshing.
A quick yet refreshing Thai cucumber salad accompanies well with most of your summer Barbecue dishes.
Fettuccine tossed with a no-cook tomato, basil, and yogurt sauce. A light summer pasta that skips the cream and comes together while the noodles boil.
Cold bow-tie pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, black olives, cucumbers, radishes, and roasted sunflower seeds in a tangy lemon dressing. A crunchy, make-ahead side dish that's best chilled overnight.
Gingered tofu peanut spread with fresh ginger, garlic, tamari, and natural peanut butter pureed into a creamy vegan sandwich spread. No cooking required, ready in 10 minutes.
Cold avocado gazpacho soup with cucumber, cilantro, lime, and a splash of hot sauce. Mexican-style chilled summer soup, no cooking required.
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