🥒 Weight Watchers Cucumber Salad
A zero-to-low Point, crunchy, tangy side dish made with simple ingredients. It’s hydrating, filling, and perfect for staying on track without sacrificing flavor.
🍽️ Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 large cucumbers (0 Points)
- ½ medium onion (0 Points)
- ¼ cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar (0 Points)
- 2–3 tsp zero-calorie sweetener (0 Points)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (optional, 0 Points)
- ¼ cup water (optional, 0 Points)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Thinly slice cucumbers and onions.
- In a bowl, mix vinegar, sweetener, salt, pepper, and water.
- Toss vegetables with dressing.
- Refrigerate for at least 15–30 minutes before serving.
🔢 Weight Watchers Points
- 0 Points per serving (on most WW plans)
👉 As long as you use a zero-calorie sweetener
👉 If using sugar: add ~1–2 Points total for the recipe
💡 WW Tips
- This is a great “free food” style side—eat generously without impacting your daily budget.
- Pair with lean protein (chicken breast, fish, tofu) for a balanced meal.
- Add herbs or spices instead of oil to keep Points at zero.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use sugar instead of sweetener?
A: Yes, but it will increase Points. Try limiting to 1–2 teaspoons.
Q: Is this really 0 Points?
A: Yes—non-starchy vegetables + vinegar + zero-cal sweetener = 0 Points.
Q: Can I add oil?
A: You can, but even 1 tablespoon olive oil adds ~4–5 Points, so measure carefully.
Q: How can I make it more filling?
A: Add:
- Grilled chicken (0 Points if skinless breast)
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Chickpeas (adds Points but boosts fiber).