Zesty Cucumber Crunch Salad Inspired by TikTok’s Logan

 

As a cucumber lover growing my own this year, I was thrilled to recreate Logan’s cucumber salad (with a slightly more “civilized” approach). His method is delightfully chaotic—slicing cucumbers straight into a deli container, crumbling hard-boiled eggs with his hands, and shaking it all up with chopsticks in hand. I opted for a mandoline and a mixing bowl, but the result was just as delicious. This Zesty Cucumber Crunch Salad is fresh, tangy, and packed with flavor, perfect for a quick lunch or side dish.

Here’s how I made it, with a few tweaks to suit my style. If you want to see Logan’s original, check out his TikTok video here: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjnHGxvt/in!Zesty Cucumber Crunch Salad

Slightly adapted from Logan the TikTok guy

2 Melissa’s mini cucumbers, sliced 1/8-inch thick
2 ribs celery, chopped
¼ c. red onion, finely chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 T. sour cream
1 T. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 T. Kewpie mayo
Pinch of paprika
Pinch of MSG
Kosher salt (for draining cucumbers)

Using a mandoline, slice the cucumbers into 1/8-inch rounds. Place them in a colander, sprinkle with kosher salt, and let sit for 30 minutes to release excess water. Pat dry with paper towels.

In a mixing bowl, toss together the cucumbers, celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs.

Add sour cream, lemon juice, Kewpie mayo, paprika, and MSG. Gently mix until everything is coated.

For Logan’s style, transfer to a large deli container, secure the lid, and shake vigorously. For a more refined approach, plate the salad and serve with chopsticks or a fork.

Dig in and savor the crisp, creamy, and zesty flavors!

Tips:
If you don’t have Kewpie mayo, regular mayo works, but Kewpie adds a richer umami kick.

Adjust the MSG and paprika to taste—start small if you’re new to MSG.

Growing your own cucumbers? Freshly picked ones make this salad extra crisp.

This salad is my new go-to for a quick, refreshing meal. The cucumbers provide a satisfying crunch, the eggs add protein, and the creamy-tangy dressing ties it all together. Whether you shake it up Logan-style or plate it elegantly, this recipe is a must-try for cucumber fans. Let me know in the comments how you make it your own!

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