Cucumber recipes

Use up surplus homegrown cucumbers with this rice noodle dish. It makes an excellent lunchbox option and you can tailor it to make it less spicy, if you like

The refreshing cucumber soup is served cold, so it will go down well on a summer’s day. Ladle it into bowls for a smaller gathering, or pour into small cups for an amuse-bouche.

This super-healthy side dish is a great way of getting two of your five-a-day

Make avocado the star of the show in this vibrant chicken salad, with lettuce, green apples, celery, cucumber and a creamy dressing

These zingy flavours combine really well with the cool taste of cucumber

Serve these moreish pork meatballs with pickled veg and sticky rice. They're great piled into a crusty baguette the next day if you have leftovers

Combine vegan-friendly rice vermicelli noodles, edamame and cucumber, along with lime juice, sweet chilli sauce and herbs to make this fragrant dish

A fresh and colourful salad to brighten up any barbecue or buffet - no matter what the weather

Fill the 'stands' in this fun footie stadium with whatever you fancy – we’ve opted for kids’ favourites, but you could add dips, wraps, chicken wings and more

Cool off this summer with a light, refreshing cocktail made with fresh seasonal ingredients

This light and refreshing cucumber salad also goes well with smoked salmon or pickled herrings

Cool yet fiery, this Asian-inspired cucumber salad is a barbecue must. It’s also great with chicken

Make these light seafood burgers for enjoying al fresco – a great pescatarian option for when you're hosting a barbecue. They're fragrant with lemongrass and chilli

Piccalilli with bite, this chunky chutney of sliced gherkins, spices and dill is perfect with meat, cheese or as a homemade gift

Inspired by Fujian cuisine, these fried cucumbers stuffed with beautifully seasoned pork mince are a tasty way to one of your five-a-day

Treat as a healthy lunch or vegetarian starter, this simple and refreshing vibrant green soup is low in calories and features three of your five-a-day

This zingy, no-cook soup is packed with four of your five-a-day

Make this rice noodle salad topped with smoked mackerel flakes. The spicy dressing provides pleasant heat, but you can use less chilli, if you like

A salmon salad that is superhealthy, packed with omega 3 and vitamin c and versatile enough for any course

A light green salad for all seasons - fresh peas and cucumber with chive and mint dressing

A simple prawn salad to make the most of your spiralizer. Slices of chunky avocado and ribbons of cucumber make a great mix of textures and flavours

Ready in a flash, these sesame and soy beef skewers are perfect for barbecues or the grill

Get creative with your canapés. These fresh and light smoked fish bites are easy to make and even easier to eat