Description
A refreshing and creamy twist on the classic jalapeno popper, this Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures. Crunchy cucumbers, spicy jalapenos, and creamy cheese come together in this easy and delicious salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumber Salad:
- 2 Persian cucumbers
- ½ red onion
- 1 jalapeno
Creamy Dressing:
- 3–4 tbsp cream cheese (preferably with herbs)
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ⅓ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp coarse sea salt
- 3–4 tbsp sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ tsp soy sauce (regular or light) (optional)
- Sesame seeds (black & white) (for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers: Slice the cucumber without peeling it with a mandolin or by a sharp knife on a cutting board. Make ½ cm (¼”) thick slices.
- Prepare the salad: Add the sliced cucumbers to a mixing bowl or a jar. Dice the red onions and jalapenos and add them on top of the cucumbers.
- Make the dressing: Add the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, flaky sea salt, and cheddar cheese. Top these with a splash of soy sauce.
- Toss and mix: Give everything a good toss in the bowl, or if you’re using a jar, pop on the lid and shake it up until the creamy dressing coats everything evenly.
- Serve: Transfer the salad onto a serving plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Enjoy cold!
Notes
- This salad is best served chilled.
- Adjust the spiciness by seeding the jalapeno for a milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad, Salad Recipe, Creamy Cucumber Salad
