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If you’ve never tried a cucumber noodles, it’s time to start! They’re cool, crunchy, and takes just 10 minutes from start to finish. Here’s why I’m certain you’ll enjoy them this summer:
- Light, crisp, and refreshing – Think of these as zucchini noodles’ crispier, brighter, raw cousin. If you’re a fan of cucumbers like me, you’ll love them turned into noodles.
- Make ahead if you like – These noodles hold up so much better than lettuce in a salad. I’ve made them hours in advance, and they’re still crunchy by dinnertime!
- No cooking whatsoever – I love zoodles, but they need cooking and cleanup. With cucumber noodles, I spiralize, toss, and I’m done. It’s a summer go-to for sure.
I paired my cucumber noodles with tahini sauce this time, but they’re also amazing with pesto or as a base to just about any salad. Make them with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my cucumber noodles recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
- Cucumbers – I recommend making cucumber noodles using English cucumbers, because their larger size is convenient to spiralize… and they’re not tasteless like I find American cucumbers to be.
- Tahini Sauce – I love this as a “dressing” here. You can totally use the ones from my cucumber onion salad or creamy cucumber salad if you want something milder.
- Pine Nuts – These add the perfect little crunch and buttery flavor. You can also use slivered almonds or chopped walnuts, or for a nut-free option, sesame seeds or pepitas.
- Parmesan Cheese – I go for shredded parm instead of grated because it adds texture. Crumbled feta or shaved pecorino would be great swaps.
- Fresh Parsley – I’ve also used fresh dill or mint.
- Sea Salt
How To Make Cucumber Noodles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
- Spiralize and salt. Spiralize the cucumbers with a spiralizer (this is my favorite), sprinkle with salt, and let them drain over the sink for 15 minutes.
- Make the sauce. While the cucumbers drain, make my tahini sauce recipe in a small bowl.
- Assemble the cucumber noodles. Pat them dry, plate, and drizzle with tahini sauce. I like to finish with pine nuts, parmesan, and parsley.
My Recipe Tips
- I’ve tried all kinds of tools, but my top pick is this countertop spiralizer. It’s fast, easy to clean, and doesn’t slide around. You can also use a handheld spiralizer, julienne peeler, or even a mandoline, but the texture and thickness will vary.
- Salting the cucumbers is key. This step improves the noodle texture and prevents them from getting watery fast.
- Once you add the dressing, serve right away. Cucumber noodles don’t hold up well once they’re dressed, so I always wait until just before serving to add the sauce.
Cucumber Noodles (With Tahini Sauce)
Let me show you how to make cucumber noodles! My cucumber noodle salad with tahini, pine nuts, and parmesan is easy, healthy, and refreshing.
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Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
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Spiralize the cucumbers using a spiralizer. Sprinkle with salt and set over the sink to drain for 15 minutes.
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Make the tahini sauce here.
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Pat the cucumber noodles dry. Divide among plates and drizzle with tahini sauce. Sprinkle with pine nuts, parmesan, and parsley.
LAST STEP: Leave a rating to help other readers, or tag me @wholesomeyum on Instagram. I’d love to hear from you!
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 3/4 cup, or 1/4 of the entire recipe
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture, save time with prep, and keep your cucumber noodles fresh and flavorful.
- Storage: Keep the cucumber noodles and tahini sauce in separate airtight containers in the fridge. The noodles will last for up to 2 days, the sauce can go longer. Avoid freezing.
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy.
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Serving Ideas
You can serve cucumber noodles with just about anything depending on what you top them with, but since I went with a Mediterranean vibe here, I recommend mains to match. Try these:
- Grilled ideas – I love it with lamb kofta kebabs and grilled shrimp, but these cucumber noodles are just as refreshing with my simpler grilled chicken, grilled steak, or even chicken burgers. All of them are fantastic with the same tahini sauce, too!
- Indoor ideas – If you’re cooking inside, my Greek chicken, gyro meat with tzatziki, or a juicy lamb burger makes the perfect pairing. When I’m not in the mood for the tahini topping, I love the sauce from shrimp saganaki over these noodles to make them a light meal.
11 Comments
Joyce
0I can I learn some of your recipes to improve my eating lifestyle because I don’t eat well for my age and that’s not healthy.
Rosalyn E Feinman
0This recipe is also raw vegan (joy!). Thank you so much!!!
Kristen Wood
0I love cucumber noodles! These are fab.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
0I made this over the weekend, everyone devoured it!
Liz
0The cucumbers in our garden are really taking off so I’ve been looking for new ways to use them! I’m excited for lots of cucumber noodles this summer!
Beth Pierce
0This was so easy and perfectly light and refreshing! Can’t wait to make this again later this week!
Kelly Anthony
0I like that they have a crunch to them and also not having to cook them is an extra bonus.
Marlynn
0I LOVE cucumber salad and we make zoodles quite a bit, but I don’t know why I had never spiralized cucumbers. Thank you for the inspiration! This was so yummy for summer!
Taylor
0This cucumber noodle salad was so fresh and delicious!
Tara
0Yum! Love tahini! Such a delicious and easy cucumber salad for summer.
Jules Shepard
0Cukes are my FAVORITE! I was just inspired to have this for a snack – YAY!