Description
Keto cucumber subs deliver a crisp, refreshing alternative to traditional sandwiches for low-carb dieters. Fresh ingredients and simple preparation make this recipe perfect for quick, health-conscious meal solutions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 4 oz (115 g) turkey slices
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes, sliced
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 8 tsp (2 tbsps + 2 tsp) mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preparation: Meticulously trim cucumber ends, removing imperfections, then slice lengthwise with a sharp knife, creating two precise halves.
- Hollowing: Use a small spoon to delicately remove seeds, transforming cucumbers into neat boat-like vessels, then cut into manageable sections.
- Layering Foundation: Spread a gossamer-thin coat of mayonnaise along cucumber’s interior, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Building Base: Nestle crisp lettuce leaves as the initial layer, followed by delicate tomato slices to enhance moisture and provide vibrant flavor profile.
- Cheese Integration: Artfully fold provolone cheese to seamlessly line the cucumber’s interior, creating a smooth, protective base.
- Protein Placement: Drape turkey slices elegantly within the cucumber cavity, first two slices laying flat against the cheese, then roll the third slice into a compact cylinder to fill any remaining space.
- Final Assembly: Gently press matching cucumber half on top, aligning edges to create a compact, sealed sub, ensuring a tight and cohesive presentation.
Notes
- Knife Selection: Use a sharp, high-quality chef’s knife for precise cucumber slicing to ensure clean, even cuts without crushing the vegetable.
- Seed Removal Technique: Scoop seeds completely with a small spoon to create a clean, sturdy boat-like cavity that prevents soggy fillings.
- Moisture Control: Pat cucumber halves dry with paper towels after seeding to prevent excess water from diluting the mayonnaise and making the sub soggy.
- Storage Tip: Prepare cucumber subs just before serving to maintain crisp texture and prevent premature wilting of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1,162 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg