Greek Spiralized Cucumber Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
18 mins
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Total Time
18 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
134 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Greek Spiralized Cucumber Salad
Description
Greek Spiralized Cucumber Salad features English cucumbers cut into delicate ribbons or noodles using a spiralizer or peeler. These cucumber noodles form a crisp foundation tossed with fresh tomatoes, red onions, crumbled feta cheese, hummus, and microgreens. You can customize the salad by adding pepperoncini peppers, olives, or fresh parsley for extra brightness. A dressing choice between a bright lemon vinaigrette or an herbaceous Greek dressing balances the vegetables with citrus, vinegar, herbs, and garlic flavors.
The texture contrasts between crunchy cucumber and juicy tomatoes play well with the creamy feta and hummus, offering a fresh, light salad suited for warm days or as a vibrant side. It pairs well with grilled foods or can be enjoyed alone as a nutritious snack.
To prepare, toss the spiralized cucumbers and vegetables with the chosen dressing just before serving to keep the salad crisp. The salad's calories vary depending on dressing choice, so adjust amounts as desired to fit your preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- 2 TBSP hummus any flavor
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cup tomato cherry, roma, grape, etc, chopped
- 1 cup microgreens fresh
- ¼ cup red onion sliced, or to taste
TASTY EXTRAS:
- lemon fresh, wedges
- Pepperoncini peppers
- olives sliced
- parsley fresh chopped
LEMON DRESSING:
- ¼ cup lemon juice (approx 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup olive oil quality
- 1 TBSP pure maple syrup (honey works too!)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic minced
- 1/8-1/4 tsp salt sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
GREEK DRESSING:
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 TBSP red wine vinegar
- 1 TBSP Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp parsley or 1 tsp fresh, dried
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp oregano dried
- ¼ tsp basil dried
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Choose your favorite dressing from above and combine ingredients in a mason jar. Pop on the lid, shake, and set aside.
- Using a spiralizer or veggie peeler curl one english cucumber into noodles. I love the skin on English cucumbers and always leave mine on, but feel free to peel your cuke if you prefer!
- Divide between two bowls (or serve in one large bowl) and top with tomatoes, feta, hummus, red onion, and all the extra veggies your heart desires.
- Shake dressing again before serving and dive in!
Notes
- Use a spiralizer or vegetable peeler to make thin cucumber noodles for best texture.
- Choose between lemon or Greek dressing depending on the flavor profile you prefer.
- Prepare salad just before serving and add dressing last to maintain crispness.
- Nutrition varies based on dressing type and amount used; approximate calories are 70-100 per tablespoon of dressing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 439mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 539mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 403IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 164mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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