Cauliflower Cucumber Salad Recipe
This Cauliflower Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that makes a perfect side for any meal. The combination of crunchy cauliflower, crisp cucumber, and a creamy dressing is a delightful treat for your taste buds.
- Author: moretti
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cauliflower:
- 1 small to medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
Cucumber:
- 1 English cucumber, sliced into thin half-moons
Chives or Green Onion:
- 1/2 cup chives or green onion, finely chopped
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or use all sour cream if preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional, for added flavor)
- Prepare the Vegetables – Dice the cauliflower into small, bite-sized pieces and place it in a medium salad bowl. Slice the cucumber into half-moon shapes and add them to the bowl.
- Chop the Chives – Finely chop the chives or green onion and sprinkle over the salad.
- Make the Dressing – In a small bowl, mix sour cream, Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Add minced garlic if desired.
- Combine and Adjust Seasoning – Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat, and adjust salt to taste.
- Garnish and Serve – Optionally garnish with parsley or dill. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cauliflower Cucumber Salad, Salad Recipe, Side Dish, Healthy Salad