Description
A refreshing cucumber Caesar salad that combines crisp cucumbers and romaine with creamy dressing and savory parmesan. Quick to prepare, it’s a light yet satisfying dish perfect as a side or a simple meal.
Ingredients
4 medium cucumbers
1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Caesar dressing
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Croutons, for topping (optional)
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, peel if desired, and slice into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper, then gently toss again.
- Fold in the grated parmesan cheese until well distributed.
- Top with croutons if desired and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
Use English cucumbers for fewer seeds and thinner skin.
Pat cucumbers dry to prevent excess moisture.
Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep the salad crisp.
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein.
Substitute parmesan with pecorino romano for a sharper taste.
Skip croutons for a lower-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
