Cucumber Caesar Salad
A light, refreshing take on the classic Caesar—crisp cucumber ribbons, crunchy croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing come together for a cool, easy-to-make side or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
2 large English cucumbers (about 12–14 oz total)
½ cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, finely minced or pressed
¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup small croutons (store-bought or homemade)
Optional garnish: extra Parmesan shavings, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Wash and peel cucumbers if desired. Slice in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and cut into thin half-moons or ribbons.
- In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt or mayo, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumber slices with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Just before serving, add croutons and toss lightly.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with Parmesan shavings and parsley if using.
Notes
Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for protein boost.
Incorporate fresh herbs like dill or basil for added flavor.
Mix in grains like quinoa to make it heartier.
Use vegan mayo and nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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