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Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad in Just 5 Minutes

This Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing dish that captures jalapeno popper flavors, perfect for low-carb and keto diets.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Persian Cucumbers Sliced
  • 1 small Red Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Jalapeno Finely chopped, adjust for spice
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Or Sour Cream
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Or regular paprika
  • 1 tsp Coarse Sea Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Optional
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the Persian cucumbers into ½ cm (¼") thick rounds.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, diced red onions, and finely chopped jalapenos.
  3. Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and coarse sea salt to the vegetable mixture.
  4. Gently toss all ingredients together until fully coated in dressing.
  5. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge; best enjoyed within 1 day.

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