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Cucumber Caesar Salad

Cucumber Caesar Salad: A Refreshing Twist You'll Love

Experience a refreshing twist on classic salads with this Cucumber Caesar Salad, packed with flavor and crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium English cucumbers best for minimal wateriness
  • 1 cup crushed croutons or roasted chickpeas for a plant-based twist
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh-squeezed enhances flavors
  • 1 clove garlic fresh minced preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thinly slice or ribbon the cucumbers, placing them on paper towels. Lightly sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  2. Gently pat the salted cucumbers dry with additional paper towels.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss the prepared cucumbers with enough dressing to coat evenly just before serving.
  5. Top with crushed croutons or roasted chickpeas for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, add dressing right before serving. Store leftovers separately for up to 3 days.

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