Cucumber Salads: Chicken Caesar, Salmon Sushi, Jersey Mikes Sub in a Tub
About this recipe
These cucumber salads are not just refreshing; they're also high in protein and low in calories, making them a perfect choice for a light meal or side dish. In this video, the creator shares three delicious variations: Chicken Caesar, Salmon Sushi, and Jersey Mike's Sub in a Tub, all featuring creamy elements without the extra calories of traditional dressings.
Using Greek yogurt and cottage cheese instead of mayo adds a rich creaminess while boosting the protein content. This approach keeps the salads satisfying and nutritious, making them a hit on social media.
Ingredient notes
- Use a mandolin for even slices of cucumber and onion.
Tips from Low Carb Love’s video
- Layer the ingredients in a container for easy mixing and meal prep.
- Shake the container to mix the salad instead of transferring it to a bowl, which keeps it simple and mess-free.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe make?
- This recipe serves 4.
- What is the total time to prepare these salads?
- The total time to prepare the salads is 30 minutes.
- What can I use instead of Greek yogurt and cottage cheese for creaminess?
- The video does not mention any specific substitutes for Greek yogurt and cottage cheese.
- How do I prepare the cucumber and onion for the salads?
- Slice the cucumber and onion using a mandolin for even pieces.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Low Carb Love: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Prepare the ingredients: slice cucumber and onion using a mandolin for even pieces.
- 2
In a container, layer the cucumber, onion, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and lemon juice.
- 3
Add the diced grilled chicken and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- 4
Pour Caesar dressing over the top and mix well by shaking the container.
- 5
For the sushi salad, slice cucumber and layer it in a separate container.
- 6
Add cooked salmon, tamari, toasted sesame oil, and chili oil to the cucumber.
- 7
Mix the ingredients well and enjoy.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of cucumber is inferred based on typical salad proportions.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Low Carb Love’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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