Description
Elevate your salad game with this refreshing Cucumber Caesar Salad—a light and zesty twist on the classic dish. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick weeknight dinner, this salad features crunchy cucumbers paired with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing that bursts with flavor. It’s a versatile option that can be enjoyed as a side dish or topped with grilled chicken or shrimp for a satisfying meal. With minimal preparation time and easy-to-find ingredients, this cucumber salad is not only delicious but also a healthy choice that’s low in calories yet high in taste. Enjoy the crispness of fresh cucumbers without the lettuce, making this dish an exciting variation you’ll love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed croutons for topping
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thinly and place them on paper towels. Lightly salt them and let sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Pat the cucumbers dry before proceeding. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Just before serving, toss the cucumbers in the dressing to coat evenly. Top with crushed croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg