Crisp and refreshing, cucumber is loved by so many of us and a kids' favourite. Actually a fruit, although eaten as a vegetable, cucumber adds a fresh, subtle melon note to a whole host of dishes and drinks, particularly in the summer months. Our cucumber recipes include an Indian-style cucumber salad, a quick and easy pickled cucumber recipe and cucumber 'sushi'! Explore our cucumber dishes today, and for more inspiration, take a look at our healthy recipes.
Blend the classic flavours of a Greek spanakopita together for a rich warm dip that's filling enough for dinner. Top with cheese and serve with crudités, crusty bread or a side of your choice.
For a fast and healthy midweek dinner, try this speedy Asian-inspired salmon recipe. Sticky soy, ginger and chilli-marinated salmon is served with a crisp and colourful veggie slaw and tender pak choi for a flavour-packed meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Cucumber gives this classic Cuban punch a cool and refreshing twist. Perfect for summer entertaining, you can make this in advance and just add the ice and water before serving.
This pea and potato frittata mean works great warm with a salad or eaten cold for lunch the next day
This miso-roasted salmon makes a fab, festive dinner party main or stunning party platter. Served with soya bean mash and a cucumber watercress salad, it's fresh, vibrant and healthy too. You could even swap the salmon for trout or mackerel.
This salmon tart is perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch or light lunch. Puff pastry is topped with tzatziki, pickled radishes, avocado and smoked salmon. And the secret finishing touch? A drizzle of honey to offset the smoky salmon – delicious!
These chicken kofta kebabs are flavoured with lemon, garlic, chilli and coriander, and are delicious loaded into pittas with charred corn salsa and quick-pickled onions.
These easy homemade pizzas are made with a 2-ingredient dough that comes together in minutes. Kids can help build their pizzas with their favourite toppings, we recommend salty sardines with peppers and red onion.
Tabbouleh is a wonderfully flavoursome and fragrant sharing dish for summer feasts, but is delicious enjoyed all year round. This autumnal twist features sweet Cox apples and earthy kale. Keep it in the fridge for a wholesome lunch or serve it as part of a get-together meal.
Fill fluffy bao buns with sweet and sticky glazed hoisin aubergine. Bursting with bold and complex Chinese flavours, these delightful bites make great party food (they're vegan-friendly) or an interesting snack, lunch or even breakfast!
If you like pigs in blankets then you'll love these bao buns. Stuffed with crispy pigs in blankets, crunchy cucumber and sriracha mayo, these easy buns make the perfect canapé for your Christmas party.
Nothing says Boxing Day like a buffet. This Scandinavian-inspired platter is packed with bold and fresh flavours - just what you need after Christmas!
These Vietnamese-inspired spring rolls are as delicious as they are fresh and light. Using leftover turkey, they're perfect for a Boxing Day buffet or a healthier snack or meal over the holidays. Everyone will have fun making the rolls – don't worry if they're not perfect!
This no-cook turkey noodle salad is the perfect meal for that festive in-between period: light, crunchy and packed with flavour while taking no time at all to put together.
Packed full of lime, mint and basil, this thirst quenching green sangria is the perfect drink for summer entertaining.
Transform leftover veggie curry into a healthy, tasty tea or filling lunch. Dina Begum has taken her aubergine and paneer curry and stuffed it into pittas to serve with spiced potato wedges and a side salad for freshness. This is fab fusion food!
Fresh tuna steaks are the perfect choice of fish for big, bold flavours such as miso and soy sauce. Here the flavour combo goes really well with this fresh and fragrant noodle salad for a speedy and tasty midweek meal.
This stunning starter dish is the perfect appetiser this Christmas. Combining the fruity tastes of pomegranate and creamy ricotta and goat's cheese, friends and family will fall in love with this impressive, yet quick to make mousse recipe.
These mini salmon bites are flavoured with crème fraîche and wasabi for a fiery kick.
Impress your guests at your next drinks party with these fabulous Asian-inspired pork canapés: everyone will be coming back for seconds, guaranteed.
A gorgeous, summery salad packed with the aromatic flavours of Thailand. Crisp carrot, radishes, cucumber and lettuce tossed with lightly griddled sirloin steak, rice noodles and a sesame and lime dressing
Kids will love dipping these homemade chicken dippers into katsu sauce. Serve with cucumber sticks on the side for a fun lunch!
Get the barbecue ready for these super sticky honey, soy and ginger chicken skewers; they’re a sure-fire winner for hosting this summer
Rich in both vitamins and minerals, edamame beans give these falafel bites an extra boost of protein, as well as a rich, nutty flavour. A great healthy snack or light lunch!
A healthy lunchbox idea for kids with crunchy crudités, crackers and dip as a quick and easy packed lunch. Find more Lunchbox recipes on Tesco Real Food.
Looking for South East Asia on a plate? Give your pork chops a Thai makeover with this salad featuring sweet mango, sesame oil and cucumber. Sweet chilli sauce is the key ingredient here, adding warmth and spice to the both salad dressing and pork.
This bright rainbow couscous salad is guaranteed to make lunchtime more fun
Liven up the kids' lunches these homemade turkey koftas. Stuff them into toasted pittas with a garlic-infused yogurt and serve with colourful crunchy veggies
Bursting full of vibrant tandoori spices and served with fresh, crunchy vegetables, these lightly spiced fish pittas make for a tasty outdoor summertime meal
Looking for a new healthy lunch idea to keep you going this summer? This chopped Asian chicken salad recipe is perfect for throwing together at home or taking to work. Sticky teriyaki-style chicken is tossed with a veg slaw for lunch in under 30 minutes.
Turn your kid's favourite meal into a healthier lunchtime treat with these chicken burgers
This on-trend cottage cheese loaf is a source of protein and high in vitamin B12, and makes a tasty alternative to sliced bread.
Celebrate Lunar New Year with these simple spring rolls filled with ham, noodles and raw veg. These are great for making with the kids – let everyone customise their own for a fun celebratory feast.