Cucumber Caesar Salad Recipe
A refreshing and easy-to-make Cucumber Caesar Salad featuring thinly sliced mini seedless cucumbers tossed with shaved Parmesan cheese, toasted panko breadcrumbs, and creamy Caesar dressing. This light salad is perfect as a side dish or a healthy snack.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking (except toasting breadcrumbs)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Salad Ingredients
- 16 ounces mini seedless cucumbers
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (shaved)
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (or to taste)
Toasted Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tablespoon salted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon panko breadcrumbs
- Toast the Breadcrumbs: In a small skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon of salted butter over medium heat. Add 1/4 teaspoon of panko breadcrumbs and toast them, stirring regularly, until they turn golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Slice the mini seedless cucumbers into thin 1/4-inch slices. Transfer the slices to a large mixing bowl.
- Assemble the Salad: To the cucumbers, add 1/2 cup of shaved Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of the toasted breadcrumbs, and about 1/2 cup of Caesar dressing (adjust quantity to taste). Toss everything together thoroughly until the cucumbers are evenly coated with the dressing and toppings.
Notes
- Use mini seedless cucumbers for a crisp texture and sweet flavor that complements the Caesar dressing.
- Adjust Caesar dressing quantity based on your preference for creaminess.
- To make the breadcrumbs extra crispy, ensure constant stirring while toasting.
- This salad is best served immediately to maintain cucumber crunchiness.
- For a lighter variation, use a low-fat Caesar dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cucumber Caesar Salad, refreshing salad, easy cucumber salad, Parmesan cucumber salad, quick side dish