Cauliflower Cucumber Salad Recipe
This Cauliflower Cucumber Salad Recipe is a refreshing and creamy side dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or as a side to your favorite grilled dishes. The combination of crunchy cauliflower, crisp cucumber, and tangy dressing makes for a delightful and satisfying salad.
- Author: Maya Quinn
- 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 and cucumber, place in a bowl.
- Chop the Chives – Finely chop chives or green onion, sprinkle over salad.
- Make the Dressing – Mix sour cream, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add garlic if desired.
- Combine and Adjust Seasoning – Pour dressing over salad, toss to coat evenly. Adjust salt to taste.
- Garnish and Serve – Optional: Garnish with parsley or dill. Serve immediately or chill until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cauliflower Cucumber Salad, Creamy Salad, Side Dish, Healthy Salad