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Bagel Cucumber Salad

Bagel Cucumber Salad: Refreshing Crunch for Hot Days

This Bagel Cucumber Salad combines fresh cucumbers with creamy dressing and everything bagel seasoning, making it a healthy, gluten-free option for warm days.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Crisp English cucumbers recommended.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Finely chopped; adjust quantity if using dried.
  • 2 tbsp Chives Finely chopped.
  • 3 tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Optional but adds creaminess.
For Serving
  • 1 small Red Onion Optional, slice thinly.
  • 1 cup Radishes Optional, slice thinly.
  • to taste Extra Everything Bagel Seasoning For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Combine it with sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
  2. Finely chop fresh dill and chives, then fold them into the creamy dressing.
  3. Slice the cucumbers thinly and add them to the bowl with the dressing. Toss to coat the cucumber slices evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning over the salad and toss gently to distribute.
  5. Optionally, fold in thinly sliced red onion or radishes for added crunch.
  6. Cover the salad and chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
  7. When ready to serve, stir gently and garnish with extra everything bagel seasoning or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, allow the salad to chill for 20 minutes. Adjust seasoning according to personal taste.

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