17 Genius Things To Do With Cucumbers That You’ll Want To Try Right Now

Not only are cucumbers healthy and refreshing, but these tasty veggies are also very trendy right now. Whether it's cucumber-inspired appetizers or adding some fresh cucumber to your cocktail of choice, people just can't get enough—and for good reason! This cool, crisp vegetable is both nutritional and delicious. Try out these super simple recipes and see how many different ways you can consume your cucumbers.

Scandi Toast

Using cucumbers on toasted pumpernickel bread with your favorite fish of choice is a perfect summer treat.

Tomato, Cucumber and Feta Salad

Not only is this meal fresh, delicious and healthy, but it couldn’t be easier to make. Mix tomatoes, cucumbers and feta cheese with the dressings and oils of your choosing, and you’re all set.

Cucumber Lime Paletas

These popsicles are the perfect summer treat. They’re sweet and tasty, especially if you add a hint of ginger. It’s a super simple use of a cucumber!

Cucumber and Mint Sorbet

Cucumbers are a perfect foray into the dessert terrain, too. It’s best if you have a food processor, but all you need is 150 grams of sugar, 3/4 cup of water, a bit of mint and 300 grams of diced cucumbers. Be sure to schedule a few hours to freeze your puree.

Aquavit and Cucumber Cocktail

Putting cucumbers in drinks is a hot trend right now. This drink couldn’t be simpler and is the perfect summer cocktail. Mix cucumbers or cucumber juice with Aquavit and add a celery stick. It makes for a fresh, smooth beverage.

Cucumber Soup with Soba Noodles

This easy soup is light and refreshing, not to mention gorgeous to look at. You’ll need two cups of soba noodles and at least one cucumber. The rest of what you add is up to you: you can’t go wrong with chicken, scallions, garlic and red peppers.

Cucumber Goat Grilled Cheese

Everyone knows that grilled cheeses are God’s gift to mankind. You might not know how delicious a combination cucumbers and goat cheese can be, though. Try it next time you break out the frying pan!

Cucumber Lemonade

Add cucumbers, some mint springs, and a few tablespoons of sugar to your favorite lemonade mix for the perfect thirst quencher on a hot summer day.

Cucumber, Shallot and Strawberry Salad

Shallots are an often underutilized flavor-enhancer, which makes it a fun pairing with a fresh fruits like the strawberry and a veggie like the cucumber. Mix it with passion fruit vinegar for a truly fresh taste.

Cucumber-Feta Toasts

Putting feta on a toasted bread of your choice and adding sliced cucumbers and some seasoning makes the perfect snack or appetizer.

Cucumber Melon Salsa

This tasty dish combines two delicious natural foods and would also go great with some sort of meat or fish. There’s lots of room to experiment with this dish.

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

For this deceptively tasty dish, all you need is butter, bread, and thinly sliced cucumbers. Cut the crusts off the bread and spread some butter on, putting the thin cucumbers in between. They look great on a party platter.

Japanese Style Pickled Cucumbers With Seaweed & Sesame

Spice up your boring pickled cucumbers with an infusion of flavor! Adding some rice vinegar and sake to your dish will make you feel like you’re in the foothills of Japan.

Tiger Salad

Contrary to popular belief, not every salad has to have lettuce! Substitute cilantro for the lettuce and add some fresh cucumbers to have a truly healthy treat.

Spicy Cucumber Margarita

Ditch the traditional lime margarita and opt instead for a fresh, cucumber-infused marg. It’s the perfect pairing with your favorite tequila.

Spice Cucumbers With Coconut Milk

Mix your cucumbers with coconut and honey for a sweet, delectable crunch. Or, you can also add some Thai chiles to your bowl if you’re looking for more of a kick.

Cucumber, Avocado & Hummus On Toast

Feeling lazy but still want good food? This dish only has three ingredients but has bursts of flavor. Experiment with different types of bread and hummus to find a combination you really like.