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Cucumber Caesar Salad

Cucumber Caesar Salad: A Refreshing Twist You'll Love

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Cucumber Caesar Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic, combining creamy dressing and crunchy cucumbers for a healthy side or light meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large English cucumbers Use large for best texture
  • 1 cup croutons Homemade is encouraged
  • 1 cup optional protein Grilled chicken or shrimp for a hearty meal
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Full-fat recommended for optimal creaminess
  • 1 juice of lemon Freshly squeezed for brightness
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Adds tang, can be omitted
  • 1 clove garlic Freshly minced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated, extra for garnish if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Introduces umami depth
  • to taste black pepper Freshly ground
  • to taste salt Adjust to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and peel the cucumbers, then slice them thinly to about 1/8 inch thick. Pat dry or lightly sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined. Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
  4. Gently toss the cucumber slices in the creamy dressing until well coated.
  5. Fold in croutons just before serving to retain their crunch.
  6. Serve in a large bowl or individual plates, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use large English cucumbers for crunch and opt for homemade dressing for best flavor. For added texture, consider customizing with cherry tomatoes or proteins.

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