Cucumber and Chive Salad - 16g Carbs, 3g Fiber, 6g Sugar
From: www.drgourmet.com
Special Diet Information - -
Coumadin (Warfarin) -
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose -
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium -
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux -
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid
it.
Gluten Sensitivity -
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Check for
modified food starch in sour cream.
The refrigerator light goes on...
This is a light and wonderful salad that is full of flavor. I like
the cucumbers with the peel on and with the seeds. The wonderful
textures of the cucumbers and tomatoes combined with the creamy
dressing makes this a perfect side dish for your summer cookout.
--> Shallots
Shallots are a member of the onion family and have a shape like
onions but grow segmented in cloves similar to garlic (but are not
as harsh as garlic). They have a thin coppery skin with purple white
flesh has a subtle onion flavor.
Two main types of shallots are found in the grocery store. The
Jersey shallot is larger and has a sharper onion flavor than the
smaller "true" shallot, which has a softer flavor and a slightly
grayer skin. As with onions, choose shallots that are firm and
round with no dried areas or wrinkling of the skin. If there is
a sprout from the tip of the shallot, don't buy it; it's not very
fresh.
Shallots keep longer in the refrigerator, but they will flavor
other items stored with them, so put them in a plastic bag. They
will keep in a cool place for a few weeks and still be fresh.
1 Tbsp. chopped shallot = 7 calories, 0 fat, 0g sat fat, 0g mono fat,
0g protein, 2g carbohydrates, 1mg sodium, 0mg cholesterol
Servings: 2
Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
Keeps well in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
2 medium cucumbers (cut into large dice)
1 small tomato (cut into large dice)
1 small shallot (minced)
1/4 tsp salt
Fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 Tbsp fresh chives (minced)
2 Tbsp reduced-fat sour cream
Mix all ingredients together and chill before serving.
Servings: 2
Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups
Nutrition per Serving:
81 Calories, 20 Calories from Fat, 2g Total Fat, 1g Saturated Fat,
6mg Cholesterol, 306mg Sodium, 16g Total Carbs, 3g Dietary Fiber,
6g Sugars, 2g Protein
Vitamin A 20% - Vitamin C 28% - Calcium 8% - Iron 7% - Vitamin K 59 mcg - Potassium 611 mg - Magnesium 49 mg
