Source: Sharky Photography, AdobeStockOvergrown cucumbers are not ideal for regular canning or pickling because they will never be as crisp and flavorful. However, they are excellent for winter salads, and you'll find the best recipes in our collection. If necessary, first peel them and remove the watery centers with seeds!
1. Overgrown Cucumber and Onion Salad for Winter
Source: bee-master.ruA versatile appetizer for all occasions – it couldn't be easier.
You will need: 1 kg overgrown cucumbers, 100 g onions, 175 ml apple cider vinegar, 60 ml vegetable oil, 50 g sugar, 3 cloves garlic, 1 bunch dill, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp mixed peppercorns.
Preparation: Thinly slice the cucumbers, finely chop the onions, dill, and garlic. Prepare a marinade from the remaining ingredients. Mix this marinade with the vegetables and herbs, and leave everything in the refrigerator overnight. Divide the salad into jars, sterilize them for another 10 minutes, and seal for winter.
2. Overgrown Cucumber Salad without Sterilization
Source: lobsterhouse.ruA simple and accessible recipe that any hostess can handle.
You will need: 1 kg overgrown cucumbers, 1 tomato, 1 bell pepper, 500 g onions, 3 allspice berries, 1 bay leaf, 2 tbsp sugar and salt each, 70 ml vinegar.
Preparation: Roughly chop all vegetables, mix, and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer the salad for another 10 minutes. Seal it in sterilized jars.
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3. Overgrown Cucumber Salad with Mustard for Winter
Source: bee-master.ruDefinitely a hit for lovers of bright, pungent flavors!
You will need: 1 kg overgrown cucumbers, 1.5 cups water, 5 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp mustard powder, 3 tbsp salt, 0.5 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 cup vinegar.
Preparation: Remove the seeds from the cucumbers and slice them into strips. Blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute and pack tightly into a jar. Mix water, sugar, salt, spices, and vinegar. Pour this marinade over the cucumbers and sterilize the jars for 20 minutes in boiling water.
4. Overgrown Cucumber Salad in Tomato Sauce
Source: dachadecor.ruChoose any tomato sauce to your taste – mild or spicier.
You will need: 1 kg overgrown cucumbers, 1 onion, 1 head garlic, 120 g tomato sauce, 400 ml water, 50 ml vinegar, 50 g sugar, 50 ml vegetable oil, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Slice the cucumbers into rounds and finely chop the onion and garlic. Mix water, tomato sauce, oil, sugar, and salt. Bring the resulting marinade to a boil and add the cucumbers and onions. Bring the mixture to a boil again and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and vinegar, and after another 2 minutes, seal the salad in sterilized jars.
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5. Overgrown Cucumber Salad with Garlic and Tomato Paste
Source: gribnikwiki.ruOptionally, add paprika, coriander, or any other spices.
You will need: 5 kg overgrown cucumbers, 1.5 cups sugar, 400 ml tomato paste, 200 ml water, 100 ml vegetable oil, 100 ml vinegar, 1 head garlic, 1/3 cup salt.
Preparation: Peel the overgrown cucumbers and dice them. Finely chop the garlic, mix all ingredients together, and let the mixture sit for 20 minutes. Then bring the salad to a boil and simmer for another 20 minutes. Seal it in sterilized jars for winter.
6. Overgrown Cucumber and Carrot Salad for Winter
Source: pinterest.comA unique variation on the familiar Korean-style vegetables.
You will need: 1.8 kg overgrown cucumbers, 200 g carrots, 1 head garlic, 100 ml vinegar, 1 tbsp salt, 3 tbsp sugar, 100 ml vegetable oil, 10 g Korean carrot seasoning.
Preparation: Grate cucumbers and carrots on a Korean grater, mince the garlic, and mix all ingredients together. Leave the salad in the refrigerator for 24 hours, then pack it tightly into jars. Sterilize them for another 15 minutes in boiling water and seal with lids.
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7. Overgrown Cucumber Salad with Bell Pepper and Tomatoes
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA delicious and vibrant vegetable salad that's impossible to resist.
You will need: 2 kg overgrown cucumbers, 1 kg tomatoes, 3 bell peppers, 1 kg carrots, 500 g purple onions, 1 tsp citric acid, 1 bunch herbs, 2/3 cup vegetable oil, 100 g sugar, 10 g salt, spices.
Preparation: Peel the overgrown cucumbers and roughly chop the remaining vegetables. Add sugar and salt to taste, and place everything in heated oil. Simmer for 20 minutes, then add chopped herbs and spices. Simmer for another 5 minutes, add citric acid, and seal the salad in prepared jars.
8. Overgrown Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for Winter
Source: citywomancafe.comThis salad can easily be served even at a festive table.
You will need: 1 kg overgrown cucumbers, 1 kg cabbage, bell pepper, and tomatoes each, 600 g carrots and onions each, 120 g herbs, 40 g sugar, 70 g salt, 150 ml vinegar, 200 ml vegetable oil, 10 g paprika.
Preparation: Roughly chop, grate, and shred all vegetables. Mix all ingredients for the salad, bring to a boil, and simmer for half an hour. Seal the mixture in sterilized jars.
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9. Overgrown Cucumber Salad with Hot Pepper for Winter
Source: volgastory.ruYou can use more or less hot pepper – depending on how spicy you want the salad.
You will need: 3 kg overgrown cucumbers, 2 carrots, 3 hot peppers, 2 onions, 5 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 tbsp vinegar, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp salt and sugar each, 1 head garlic, 4 bay leaves, spices.
Preparation: Peel the cucumbers, remove their seeds, and roughly chop the fruits. Grate the carrots, finely chop the onions, and simmer everything for 12-15 minutes over low heat in oil. Add minced garlic, pepper, and all other ingredients, and simmer the salad for another 2 minutes. Seal it in jars for winter.
10. Nezhinsky Salad from Overgrown Cucumbers for Winter
Source: webpudding.ruAnother classic recipe that's hard to resist!
You will need: 5 kg overgrown cucumbers, 150 g dill and parsley each, 1 kg onions, 0.5 L vegetable oil, 1/2 cup vinegar, 2 tbsp salt, 1 chili pepper, 5 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp ground black pepper, 5 bay leaves.
Preparation: Slice the overgrown cucumbers into rounds or half-rounds. Finely chop the onions and herbs, and mix the remaining ingredients into a marinade. Combine everything and let it sit for 1.5 hours. Bring the salad to a boil and cook until the cucumbers change color. Divide the mixture into sterilized jars and seal with lids.