The Keto Cucumber Salad is a fresh, fine, and creamy meal that is fully consistent with any low-carb meal. It is prepared using fresh cucumbers, vinegar with a tangy taste, herbs and a light dressing that gives a refreshing taste in each bite. It’s the perfect option to those who live a ketogenic lifestyle as it provides them with hydration, fibre, and healthy fats without having to spend much on carbs. This salad can easily be added to your menu, whether you are having a summer barbecue and you are in need of an easy side to accompany grilled chicken or fish.
It is easy to prepare, it involves common items and can be cooked within minutes. Cucumbers offer the dish its crunch, and the dressing its creaminess, making the texture of the dish well-balanced and satisfying and free of guilt. Keto Cucumber Salad is not only a low-calorie meal, but it is also a healthy, tasty one, which shows that healthy food can be tasty and refreshing as well.
Keto Cucumber Salad
Keto Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Get ready cucumbers: cut cucumbers in thin round slices and put them into a bowl. Season with a bit of salt and allow to spend 10,15 minutes to extract moisture.
- Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, dill, salt and pepper.
- Combine: Eliminate unnecessary liquids in cucumbers, combine mix with the dressing and red onions until fully covered.
- Chill: Refrigeration is necessary before the salad is prepared and it should be allowed to rest at least 15 minutes in the fridge to allow the flavors to combine.
- Serve: Take extra dill and serve on ice as a chilled low-carb side dish.
Flavor Profile Of Keto Cucumber Salad
- Textures: Fresh cucumbers are crunchy, dressing is creamy.
- Taste: Well-balanced flavors comprising tangy, savory, and herbaceous.
- Acidity: Adding an acidic touch that is light and very mild is apple cider vinegar.
- Creaminess: Sour cream or Greek yogurt will form a creamy, thick layer.
- Aromatics: Fresh dill and garlic powder impart a garden-fresh taste to it.
- Balance: addition of slight sweetness (option of erythritol) balances the acidity of the palate.
Nutrition Table Of Keto Cucumber Salad
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Net Carbs | 3 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Sugar | 1 g |
FAQs
Q1: Is it possible to substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt?
Ans: Yes, the Greek yogurt also provides the same creamy texture and a little more tangy flavor and additional protein.
Q2: What is the shelf life of Keto Cucumber Salad?
Ans: It can last up to 2 days in the refrigerator, but it is better to keep it fresh to have a lot of crunch.
Q3: Would it be possible to prepare this salad with no dairy?
Ans: Absolutely! The sour cream can be replaced with a dairy-free keto dressing or coconut yogurt.
Q4: What are the other herbs that should be added to this salad?
Ans: The taste could be added by the use of parsley, chives, or mint.
Q5: Am I able to make it in advance?
Ans: Yes, but do not mix dressing; only mix and serve cucumber, this way, it will be crisp.
Hi, I’m Candice Knauer!
I’m passionate about creating delicious, healthy meals that make the keto lifestyle simple and enjoyable. What started as my personal journey into low-carb cooking has grown into a collection of recipes that I love sharing with others who want to feel their best while still enjoying great food.