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5 Keep it Cool as a Cucumber Recipes

Get ready to add a refreshing twist to your meals with these 5 keep it cool as a cucumber recipes. Say goodbye to kitchen stress and embrace the coolness of cucumbers!

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What’s in Season? Cucumbers

Learn when cucumbers are in season, the types, how to buy, store, prepare and grow cucumbers.

Check out these recipes to bring a fresh flavour to your kitchen:

1. Mustard Dill Tzatziki

This cucumber sauce is a very refreshing sauce to serve with your favourite fish.

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Recipe and image courtesy of  SpreadTheMustard

2. Quinoa Greek Salad

A hearty make-ahead salad ready for lunch.

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Recipe and image courtesy of Dairy Farmers of Canada

3. Kid Friendly Cobb Salad

Kids will love this Cobb salad – it’s garnished with all their favourite toppings. Send it with them to school for lunch or serve for an easy and nutritious dinner.

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Recipe and image courtesy of Eggs.ca

4. Grilled Salmon Salad with Feta Dressing

This grilled salmon salad is loaded with crisp, fresh vegetable and tossed in a delicious dressing.

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Recipe and image courtesy  of Dairy Farmers of Canada

5. Cucumber Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Icing

If you’ve never thought to bake with cucumber, this recipe will open up a whole new world of cucumber possibilities! Cucumber purée adds a delicate and subtle flavour while making for a moist batter. Paired with lemon and luscious cream cheese icing, this refreshing twist on classic lemon cupcakes will have your taste buds dancing.

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Recipe and image courtesy of Hello Canola
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