Looking for a light and refreshing dish that’s perfect for summertime? This Cucumber Salad is zesty, crunchy, and takes just a few minutes to make! Plus, it’s low carb and keto-friendly.
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Why You’ll Love This Cucumber Salad
- It can be served as a side dish or snack: This refreshing salad works as either a veggie side dish or a light and healthy snack. Or, you can even make it into a full meal by tossing in some cubed chicken.
- It’s low carb and keto friendly: Each serving contains only 4g net carbs!
- It’s super quick to make: With just a handful of ingredients and almost no prep time, you can have this salad ready in minutes. Perfect for busy weekdays or last-minute gatherings!
Ingredients Needed to Make This Low Carb Cucumber Salad Recipe
Ingredient quantities for this salad side dish are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- English cucumbers
- Red onion
- Fresh dill
- Red wine vinegar
- Salt
- Pepper
- Swerve Confectioners or other sugar substitute
How to Make Cucumber Salad {Quick Overview}
This is just a quick overview of some of the steps involved in making the low carb salad side dish. For the recipe in detail, including exact measurements used at each step, scroll to the recipe card at the end of the post.
First, prep your vegetables. Here’s what you’ll need to do:
- Thinly slice the cucumbers. No need to peel! The peels of English cucumbers are thin and aren’t strongly flavored, so they don’t need to be removed.
- Thinly slice the red onions. Or, you could dice them if you would prefer.
- Chop the dill.
Add them to a bowl.
Next, prepare the dressing by combining the remaining ingredients.
Pour them over the veggies…
and toss to coat everything.
Before serving this salad, loosely cover it and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to chill the veggies and to allow the flavor to deepen.
Serve and enjoy! This is a wonderful dish for enjoying at home or at picnics, BBQs, cookouts, and summer holidays.
More Summer Side Dish Recipes
If you’re hosting and need more ideas for cookout side dishes or summer picnic foods, give these a try:
- Low Carb Broccoli Salad is a crunchy and refreshing cookout side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled dishes.
- This keto coleslaw recipe is creamy, tangy, and incredibly tasty, making it a must-try!
- Cucumber and Tomato Onion Salad is another flavorful side dish salad featuring cucumbers.
- This Healthy Greek Salad is bright, zesty, and refreshing. It’s not just a side dish; it can be the highlight of your table.
- Enjoy comfort food without the carbs with this Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. It’s a rich, cheesy twist on the classic, perfect for summer gatherings!
- Planning a picnic? This Easy Antipasto Salad is a flavorful, low-carb crowd-pleaser with bold Italian flavors.
- Add a savory touch to your cookout with Bacon and Green Beans, a satisfying side dish that’s sure to impress!
How to Store Cucumber Salad in the Refrigerator
To store cucumber salad in the refrigerator, transfer it to an airtight container to keep it fresh and crisp. Make sure the dressing is well-covered to prevent it from drying out, and avoid overcrowding the container to maintain its texture. Properly stored, cucumber salad can last up to 2-3 days in the fridge.
How to Store Cucumber Salad in the Freezer
Freezing cucumber salad is not recommended because the cucumbers tend to become mushy and lose their crisp texture once thawed.
Nutrition Facts for This Easy Keto Potato Salad Recipe
Per serving (6 total servings):
- 21 calories
- 0.1g fat
- 1g protein
- 4g net carbs
Healthy and Low Carb Summer Salads
This cucumber salad is great as a side dish or snack, but it’s not hearty enough to be served as a meal. If you’re looking for salads with some staying power, give these a try:
- Planning a party or looking for a fresh lunch idea? Try this Low Carb Chicken Salad. It’s creamy, flavorful, and so good that everyone will want seconds, even the picky eaters!
- Looking for something tangy, creamy, and satisfying? This Low Carb Egg Salad is a great choice. Serve it as a side dish or on toasted keto bread for a quick, tasty lunch.
- Love burgers but skipping the bun? This Big Mac Salad has everything you want: crisp veggies, seasoned beef, and creamy special sauce. It’s fresh, nostalgic, and easy to make again and again.
- Hearty, healthy, and satisfying, this Cobb Salad is great for lunch or dinner. It’s filling but light, with a perfect mix of flavors in every bite.
- Want to enjoy summer vibes year-round? This Chicken Strawberry Salad combines juicy berries, tender chicken, and a maple balsamic dressing. You’ll love it from the first bite!
- Obsessed with tacos? This Low Carb Taco Salad is like a deconstructed taco in a bowl. Don’t forget to try it with our homemade taco seasoning for an extra boost of flavor.
- For a lighter taco night, go for this Turkey Taco Salad. It’s lean, flavorful, and simple to make, perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own!
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Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add cucumbers, red onion, and fresh dill into a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and (if using) Swerve/sugar substitute.
- Pour the dressing over the veggies and give everything a good mix so it’s all coated.
- Place the salad into the fridge for at least 30 minutes, then enjoy!
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition facts are included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols have already been removed from the total carb count.
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