The best cucumber recipes for reducing inflammation
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Gretel Morales - 2025-01-06T11:04:52Z
The cucumber is one of those ingredients that we often have in the kitchen and don’t know how to use. However, it can be made into fresh waters, salads, snacks, ceviches, and much more. If you love its fresh flavor and crunchy texture, then you can't miss these 15 cucumber recipes. Enjoy! It’s worth mentioning that cucumber is not only refreshing and juicy, but it is also the perfect food if you are on a diet, as it contains only 45 calories per 300 grams. To top it off, it is a source of fiber, antioxidants, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and vitamins C and K. Now that you know its many health benefits, don’t miss these cucumber recipes. You can also read: The benefits of cucumber and its effect on health15 cucumber recipes Thanks to its crunchy texture and water content, cucumber is the ideal ingredient for making all kinds of salads, healthy dishes, and even refreshing drinks. At Kiwilimón, we have an endless number of cucumber recipes, so here we share the 15 best ones. Try them and let us know which one you liked the most! 1. Cucumber salad with melon Are you looking for an easy and delicious option? This cucumber salad with melon is your best choice, as it will be ready in just 15 minutes. What fascinates us the most? It has a touch of goat cheese and nuts, along with a mustard dressing that is finger-licking good. Try it today!2. Cucumber ceviche with panela cheese This cucumber ceviche with panela cheese recipe is simply irresistible thanks to the combination of flavors and textures. Prepare it and serve it on tostadas with a touch of salsa macha. It's perfect for lunch, dinner, or snacks! 3. Cucumber sushi Sushi is one of those dishes that we all love; however, not everyone can enjoy it due to the amount of rice it contains. At Kiwilimón, we created this light and nutritious version with cucumber and tuna. Are you ready to try it? 4. Greek salad Classics never go out of style, and this Greek salad is the perfect proof! Besides being easy to make, the combination of cucumber, tomato, feta cheese, and red onion is delicious. Serve it with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal. 5. Mexican-style tuna stuffed cucumbers If you always have a can of tuna in your pantry, dust it off to make it Mexican-style and then stuff some cucumbers for an easy, quick, and nutritious meal. You can serve it with steamed rice or a fresh salad. 6. Cucumbers with avocado and shrimp No matter if you have a gathering coming up or are looking for a light but delicious snack, these cucumbers with avocado and shrimp will be a huge hit on any occasion. Add a touch of sesame or a bit of salsa macha. 7. Cucumber and avocado soupAvocado can also be used to make soups, so go ahead and try this one that also includes a touch of avocado. We love it for its flavor, but also for its practicality and many health benefits. Let’s eat! See more: What cucumber is good for and how to include it in your meals8. Cucumber, carrot, and jicama ring Healthy snacks don’t have to be boring or tasteless, which is why we share this cucumber, carrot, and jicama ring with a touch of peanuts, chamoy, and spicy candies.9. Cucumber and pineapple juice Do you need new recipes for breakfast? Get to work and try this green juice with cucumber, pineapple, ginger, aloe, lemon juice, and spearmint. Besides its freshness, it is appreciated for its high fiber and antioxidant content. 10. Vegetable ceviche If you have ingredients like cucumber, red onion, tomato, and lime in your fridge, then take advantage of them to make this vegetable ceviche, which is not only nutritious and practical but can also be served at any time of the day. 11. Cucumber salad with surimi You don't have to spend a fortune to eat well, and this cucumber salad with surimi is the perfect example. Besides being very creamy, it will be ready in just minutes. Serve with tostadas, chips, or rice cakes. 12. Cucumber rolls with tuna saladGive a twist to the typical tuna salad and serve it in cucumber rolls for a meal or dinner full of fiber and protein. A great advantage of this recipe? You can substitute the salad for beef or chicken salad.13. Cucumber lemonade Refresh yourself and accompany your meals with this cucumber lemonade, one of the most popular fresh waters. To make it even healthier, you can reduce the amount of sugar and add a bit of chia.14. Cucumber salad with jicama At Kiwilimón, we have this cucumber salad with jicama that is finger-licking good and can be served as a side dish or even for dinner. What we like most is that it is filling and also includes carrot, pineapple, tangerine juice, olive oil, white vinegar, candied sesame, and green chili.15. Cucumbers stuffed with chicken saladDo you have shredded chicken in your fridge? Use it to make a creamy salad and then fill some cucumber pieces for a light, healthy, and flavorful meal. Now that you have these 15 cucumber recipes at hand, don't hesitate to create a weekly menu with one or more of these options and enjoy their anti-inflammatory properties, high fiber content, and freshness.Continue reading: Uses and benefits of cucumber on your skin