Description
Discover a fresh take on classic flavors with our Cucumber Caesar Salad: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic. Try it today for a light meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 cup croutons (homemade or store-bought)
- Optional: Grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly (about 1/8 inch thick). Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Alternatively, lightly salt the cucumber slices and let them sit in a colander for about 15-20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry before proceeding.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Step 3: Add in minced garlic and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the dressing seems too thick, add a teaspoon or two of water to reach your desired consistency.
- Step 4: In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced cucumber with the Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Just before serving, add the croutons and gently toss to combine.
- Step 6: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates. Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. If using, arrange grilled chicken or shrimp on top.
- Step 7: Enjoy your fresh Cucumber Caesar Salad right away for optimal crunchiness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider using homemade croutons made by toasting bread cubes with olive oil. Feel free to customize the dressing with fresh herbs or swap out Parmesan for nutritional yeast for dairy-free options.