Cucumbers & Melons

Nothing says summer quite like cucumbers and melons. With their refreshing flavors and crisp textures, these fruits flourish in warm, sunny spots. Cucumbers are perfect for adding a cool crunch, while melons bring a sweet, hydrating essence to the table. Both are easy to grow, making them a favorite for gardeners looking to harvest a burst of summer freshness.

Bowl of cucumber salad with fresh basil ribbons and lemon dressing, served chilled.

Cucumber Salad with Fresh Basil

Cucumber Salad with Fresh Basil features crisp cucumbers and fragrant basil tossed with a simple lemon dressing. It’s a light and refreshing way to combine two summer garden favorites in one easy side dish. Easy Summer Salad Recipe Cucumbers and basil are two of those plants that seem made for summer gardens, and they come together beautifully in this chilled salad. …

Side view of Cucumber Salad in a white bowl with red onions and cucumbers marinated in a tangy dressing, garnished with fresh dill.

Garden Cucumber Salad

Garden Cucumber Salad is light, crisp, and full of refreshing flavors. With cucumbers marinated in a tangy-sweet dressing of vinegar, sugar, and a hint of celery seed, and complemented by dill and red onion, it’s an easy way to enjoy the vibrant flavors of the season. Cucumber Side Dish This easy cucumber salad comes together…