11 Things to Do With Cucumbers

Not sure what to do with all the cucs you grew this year? Here are 11 things to do with cucumbers that will have you wishing you had an endless supply of this refreshing veggie.

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1. Simple Cucumber Salad

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2. Creamy Cucumber, Avocado, Chickpea, & Sun-Dried Tomato Salad

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3. Cucumber Sandwiches

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It doesn’t require any sterilizing or canning experience and the pickles will stay good in the fridge for up to three months.

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These friendly microorganisms create the acidity needed to turn the cucumbers into tasty tart pickles.

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11 Things to Do With Cucumbers

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Not sure what to do with all the cucs you grew this year? Here are 11 things to do with cucumbers that will have you wishing you had an endless supply of this refreshing veggie.

1. Simple Cucumber Salad

1. Simple Cucumber Salad

2. Creamy Cucumber, Avocado, Chickpea, & Sun-Dried Tomato Salad

2. Creamy Cucumber, Avocado, Chickpea, & Sun-Dried Tomato Salad

Speaking of quick and easy, this creamy cucumber salad is perfect for whipping up when you are short on time.

3. Cucumber Sandwiches

3. Cucumber Sandwiches

It doesn’t require any sterilizing or canning experience and the pickles will stay good in the fridge for up to three months.

4. Quick Refrigerator Pickles

4. Quick Refrigerator Pickles

These friendly microorganisms create the acidity needed to turn the cucumbers into tasty tart pickles.

5. Lacto-Fermented Pickles

5. Lacto-Fermented Pickles

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