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Cucumber Crunch Salad with Tofu

Cucumber wedges are dressed in a peanut and soy dressing and layered over slices of silken tofu, finished with a scallion and peanut crumble and sesame seeds.

AsianSalad0 min2 hearty portions or 3 to 4 as a side223 kcalEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: soup, crusty bread, grilled chicken

HB-6809 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber lime jalapeno granita for oysters

Ice cold shavings of lime-cucumber-jalapeno granita goes so well with oysters, especially on hot summer days! Great one to make now and serve tomorrow or even next week. Impresses everyone! Makes enough for 24 oysters.

WesternStarter3 hr 10 minServes 122 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cubes

HB-2879 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Pickle

Cucumber pickles made by pouring a sugar, vinegar and salt dressing over thinly sliced cucumber and adding zero-sugar cider soda.

KoreanSideVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: steamed rice, grilled meat, noodle soup, sandwiches

HB-16753 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Raita

Cooling yogurt with cucumber, roasted cumin and mint — the essential foil to heat.

IndianSide dish10 minServes 486 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: biryani, spicy curries, kebabs

HB-5662 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Salad with Herb & Garlic Dressing (Vinaigrette)

Thick cucumber slices and finely diced red onion are tossed in a shaken herb and garlic vinaigrette sharpened with red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard.

WesternSide Dish10 minServes 529 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cucumbers

HB-6811 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches are a must-have for any afternoon tea party! Fresh cucumber and tangy cream cheese come together to create a light, satisfying finger sandwich perfect for sharing over a pot of tea.

AmericanAppetizer, Lunches15 minServes 1286 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: bread

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-0766 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad

Sliced Persian cucumbers and mini sweet peppers tossed with carrot ribbons and shallot in miso ginger dressing. Everything bagel seasoning and chili crunch oil add crunch, salt and gentle heat to the crisp salad.

AmericanSide10 minServes 479 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12310 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Tomato and Feta Salad

English cucumbers, grape tomatoes and red onion tossed in an olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing with garlic, Dijon, lemon, dill and honey, finished with crumbled feta.

AmericanSide15 minServes 6151 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9385 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber Tomato Salad

Tomato wedges, cucumber and red onion with dill in an olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing.

Eastern EuropeanSalad10 minServes 685 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: chunks

Pairs well with: soup, crusty bread, grilled chicken

HB-4380 · Hand-built original

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Cucumber-Cabbage Salad With Sesame

Cool cucumber, cabbage and carrot in a lime, fish sauce and sesame dressing with jalapeño heat, showered with cilantro, mint, dill and toasted sesame seeds.

AsianSalad0 min4 to 6 servings108 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: soup, crusty bread, grilled chicken

HB-13534 · Hand-built original

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Cucumbers With Pickled Ginger–Scallion Sauce

Mini cucumbers are smashed, salted and drained, then tossed in a sauce of pickled sushi ginger, scallions, soy sauce and sherry vinegar, topped with cilantro.

Side15 min4 servings138 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: mini seedless

HB-6813 · Hand-built original

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Cumin roast vegetables

Parboiled potatoes roasted in toasted cumin, mustard seed and garam masala, joined by peppers, courgettes and red onion until crisp-edged and soft inside.

Side dishes2 hr 30 minServes 4-5374 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: piper

HB-13536 · Hand-built original

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Cup Dakgangjeong

Crisp air-fried chicken thigh chunks glossed with a sweet-spicy gochujang and ketchup sauce. Served in a cup under pizza cheese and crushed peanuts.

KoreanSnackEgg-free

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: pickled radish, cola, beer, steamed rice

HB-16944 · Hand-built original

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Cured trout, toasted corn & beet shavings

Salt-and-sugar cured trout folded through a grapefruit, avocado and tomato salad with griddled sweetcorn, crunchy tortilla shards and beetroot shavings over lime yogurt.

Light meals & snacks13 hrServes 4614 kcalGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: trout

HB-13539 · Hand-built original

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Curly kale (or cavolo nero) with rosemary and chilli

Kale or cavolo nero braised slowly under a lid with sweet onion, rosemary, chilli and garlic until meltingly tender — a simple Italian side.

ItalianSide dishes1 hrServes 415 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: extra virgin olive oil

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caprese salad, tiramisu, minestrone

HB-13540 · Hand-built original

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Curried cauliflower soup

Cauliflower simmers in milk and stock with curry powder before blending into a smooth, creamy soup. Poached eggs, golden bread croutons and herbs top each bowl.

BritishStarters & nibbles1 hrServes 4112 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cauliflower

HB-18034 · Hand-built original

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Curried parsnip soup

Parsnips roast with honey, curry powder and thyme before being blended with stock and cream into a smooth soup, served with whipped lemon cream and homemade vegetable chips.

BritishLight meals & snacks1 hr 30 minServes 6–886 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-6819 · Hand-built original

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Curried Rice

Basmati rice is toasted with curry leaves, onion, ginger and a full spice blend, simmered in broth until tender, then fluffed with peas and topped with cashews and yogurt.

IndianSide1 hr 5 min8 serving(s)9 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: Chicken Curry, Raita

HB-6820 · Hand-built original

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Curried Tomato Sandwich

Thick sourdough fried in curry-spiced oil, spread with mayonnaise and layered with ripe tomato slices and briny capers.

Makes 1158 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: extra-virgin olive oil

HB-17467 · Hand-built original

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Curry Potato Stir-Fry

Matchstick potatoes and carrot fried until golden at the edges, then steamed briefly and tossed with curry powder. The finish is dry, fragrant, and lightly peppered.

KoreanSideServes 2438 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: steamed rice, kimchi, seaweed soup, fried egg

HB-16931 · Hand-built original

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Curry roasted halibut with morels and asparagus

Halibut fillets seasoned with curry, turmeric and sea salt, roasted and basted in butter and lime, served over sautéed morels, asparagus and sugar-snap peas with an aromatic infused stock.

Light meals & snacks1 hr 30 minServes 21047 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: halibut

HB-13547 · Hand-built original

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Curry Toast

Golden buttered toast spread with instant curry and covered with a melted cheese slice. A quick, savory snack with a peppery, herby finish.

KoreanSnackVegetarianEgg-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: bread

Pairs well with: coffee, milk, tomato soup, salad

HB-16936 · Hand-built original

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Dad's Famous Mashed Potatoes

Russet or gold potatoes boiled until tender and beaten fluffy with butter, milk and seasoning salt — a creamy, savory mash that steals the table.

AmericanSide Dish30 minServes 8250 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: potatoes

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13548 · Hand-built original

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Dahi Bhalla

Fermented urad dal batter is deep-fried into hollow golden dumplings, soaked until spongy, then layered over sweetened yogurt with tamarind purée, lime, cayenne and chaat masala.

Snack5 hr4–6 servings330 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: dal

HB-6829 · Hand-built original

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