Description

This Low Carb Broccoli Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and crunchy dish with crisp broccoli, cucumber, toasted pine nuts, and a creamy Greek yogurt and mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a healthy side dish, this salad is full of flavor and low in carbs.

Ingredients

2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets

1 English cucumber, sliced

1/2 cup pine nuts

1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup chopped green onions

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt

Juice from 1/2 a lime

1 tsp Dijon mustard

2 tsp minced garlic

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, sliced cucumber, pine nuts, feta cheese, and chopped green onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli and cucumber mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a light lunch or side dish.

Notes

To toast the pine nuts, heat them in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding to the salad.

Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or red onions for more variety.

Experiment with fresh herbs such as dill or parsley for a different flavor twist.

Substitute feta with goat cheese or cheddar for a different cheese option.

Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the dressing for a spicy kick.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 250
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 20mg