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Viral Cucumber Salad Recipe

Viral Cucumber Salad Recipe: Fresh, Creamy & So Easy!

This Viral Cucumber Salad Recipe is a fresh, creamy delight that requires no cooking and perfect for hot days!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium English Cucumbers Thinly sliced
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Furikake Optional
  • 1 medium Avocado Diced, optional
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can be replaced with vegan cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Aminos Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can substitute with white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and thinly slice the English cucumbers, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 5 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, layer the sliced cucumbers and red onions.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Stir in Sriracha, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, and sesame oil; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and red onions, and gently fold to coat.
  6. Just before serving, add diced avocado and fold it in gently.
  7. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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