With all the fresh Summer produce starting to come into season, we're particularly excited about summery, fresh, healthy recipes with cucumber.
And while cucumbers might not be the first veggie that comes to mind when you think "superfood," there's actually a lot to love about cukes. They're tasty and basically nonexistent in terms of calories, carbs, and sugar; they've got zero fat, but are still a decent source of potassium, magneisum, and fiber, which, combined, can help reduce blood pressure.
The cool cucumber is also high in the mineral silica, an essential component for ligaments and tendons, as well as supple skin. High water content makes cucumbers naturally hydrating and cooling. And the best part? You can use them for SO many recipes: coolers, salads, soups, rolls — you name it. Here are some of our favorite healthy cucumber recipes.
Related: Healthy Cauliflower Recipes [1]
Cucumber Quinoa Salad
Get the recipe: cucumber quinoa salad [2]
Vegan Cucumber Tofu Rolls
Get the recipe: vegan cucumber tofu rolls [3]
Watermelon-Mint Cucumber Cooler
Get the recipe: watermelon-mint cucumber cooler [4]
Cucumber, Black Bean, Avocado, Corn, and Tomato Salad
Get the recipe: cucumber, black bean, avocado, corn, and tomato salad [5]
Chilled Cucumber Mint Soup
Get the recipe: cucumber mint soup [6]
Cucumber Cups With Tapenade
Get the recipe: cucumber cups with tapenade [7]
Sesame-Soy Cucumber Salad
Get the recipe: sesame-soy cucumber salad [8]
Moroccan Cucumber Salad
Get the recipe: Moroccan cucumber salad [9]
Cucumber-Mint Gin Cocktail
Get the recipe: cucumber-mint gin cocktail [10]
Mango Cucumber Watermelon Salad
Get the recipe: mango cucumber watermelon salad [11]
Southeast Asian Tomato Cucumber Salad
Get the recipe: Southeast Asian tomato cucumber salad [12]
Detox Water With Cucumber
Get the recipe: cucumber detox water with lemon, mint, and ginger [13]
Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup
Get the recipe: chilled cucumber avocado soup [14]
Roasted Chickpea and Cucumber Salad
Get the recipe: roasted chickpea and cucumber salad [15]
Cucumber Caprese Salad
Get the recipe: cucumber caprese salad [16]
Hydrating Recovery Smoothie
Get the recipe: hydrating recovery smoothie [17]