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GRANDMA'S CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD



Grandma's Cucumber and Onion Salad image

Both of my grandmothers made this salad every summer when their gardens produced baskets of cucumbers. It's a cool, fresh side dish for any meal. One of my grandmas omitted the green pepper and the celery seed. She also put ice in it to chill it quickly and cut the vinegar taste.

Provided by KBOVER

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 cups sliced cucumbers
salt as needed
1 cup sliced onions
1 cup sliced green bell pepper
2 cups white sugar
1 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon celery seed
2 teaspoons salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place cucumber slices in a colander and liberally sprinkle salt over cucumbers; set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.
  • Mix cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper together in a bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and 2 teaspoons salt together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; pour over cucumber mixture and stir until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 335.1 mg, Sugar 30.5 g

GRANDMAS CUCUMBER RELISH



Grandmas Cucumber Relish image

This has been in my family for generations. We use it for burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches, and also on the holidays as a condiment to go with the meat.

Provided by Carolyn Parke

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 large pickling cucumbers
1 1/2 lb green bell peppers
1 1/2 lb red bell peppers
3 large onions
2 c celery
1/2 c kosher salt
4 c sugar
1 c flour
2 Tbsp dry mustard
2 Tbsp turmeric, ground
2 Tbsp celery seed
2 c apple cider vinegar
2 c water

Steps:

  • 1. using a food processor or food mill, chop the vegetables to a medium-fine texture.
  • 2. Place the vegetables in a bowl with the salt and enough water to cover. Stir the mixture, and place a plate or a piece of plastic wrap over the bowl and let stand for 1 1/2 hours.
  • 3. Drain all the liquid from the vegetables and put them in a large pan.
  • 4. In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour and spices. mix well. Add vinegar and 2 cups of water then whisk till smooth. Pour over vegetables. combine well.
  • 5. Heat to boiling, reduce heat and cook stirring constantly until relish becomes very thick (approximately 30 to 35 minutes).
  • 6. Fill clean hot jars, leaving 1/2 inch space below rim. Wipe the rims clean and seal.
  • 7. Place jars upside down for 10 minutes. Return to upright position and cool.
  • 8. Check the bottles to ensure they have sealed. Label and store in a dry place. Relish is good for 1 year.

GRANDMA'S CUCUMBERS RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Grandma's Cucumbers Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by รก-5531

Number Of Ingredients 5

Fresh cucumbers - washed & sliced (with or without peelings)
Salt
1 C. sugar
1/2 c. vinegar
onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Put sliced cucumbers in a bowl and generously sprinkle salt all over top of cucumbers. Place a smaller upside-down plate over the cucumbers and set a heavy can on top of the plate to hold plate down. Let sit a few hours for the salt to marinade cucumbers. Drain cucumbers, put back into the bowl. Add chopped onions. Mix sugar and vinegar and pour over cucumbers/onions. Let sit in refrigerator until serving. Stir.

GRANDMA VARGA'S HUNGARIAN CUCUMBER SALAD (UBORKASALATA)



Grandma Varga's Hungarian Cucumber Salad (Uborkasalata) image

This is the best cucumber salad I have ever had. This is my grandmothers recipe, (she was from Nagyszentmiklos) and this is a perfect companion dish for chicken paprikas, although I could make a meal out of it. This will quickly become your favorite way to eat cucumbers!

Provided by Anthony Gougoutris

Categories     Hungarian

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 medium cucumbers or 15 kirby cucumbers, peeled
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/2 pint sour cream
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika

Steps:

  • Slice cucumbers very thinly, preferably using a mandolin.
  • Take a colander, put in a small layer of cucumbers, then sprinkle with a small amount of the salt.
  • Continue this method until all the salt and cucumbers are used up.
  • Cover the cucumbers with a plate inside the colander, and put a very heavy weight on top.
  • Make sure the colander is in a large bowl, because the cucumbers will lose alot of water.
  • Let them sit for 1 hour.
  • In the meantime, chop the dill and finely mince the garlic, put aside.
  • After 1 hour, take a handful of cucumbers, and squeeze out as much juice as you can, and continue until they are all done.
  • Rinse thoroughly with water, drain well.
  • After the cucumbers are done, return to the colander, and weight down one more time for about 15 minutes.
  • You do not have to squeeze out the juice again with your hands Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, except the paprika.
  • After mixing thoroughly, put in a nice serving dish, and sprinkle with the paprika.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Enjoy.
  • Nutritional information shows a high amount of sodium, but the vast majority is pressed out by your hands. The main function of the kosher salt is to purge the moisture out of the cucumbers.

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