You’re balancing wellness and indulgence like a queen—because obviously, what pairs better with cucumbers than a mocha pie finale?
This combo screams “I hydrate, but I also stress-bake in stilettos and need chocolate like oxygen.”
The salad crunches with cucumber charisma while the pie swoons with coffee-laced decadence.
Yes, it’s all plant-based because you love animals—but let’s not pretend you’d skip dessert for them.
Mocha pie follows the greens like a scandal follows gossip—it’s messy, rich, and oh-so-satisfying.
Together, this duo slaps harder than a double shot espresso during a juice cleanse

Cucumber Salad with Coffee-Infused Shortbread

Cucumber Salad with Coffee-Infused Shortbread

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A refreshing cucumber salad opens the show with crisp simplicity, followed by a luscious, creamy vegan mocha pie that steals the spotlight.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cucumber Salad:

  • 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp agave syrup
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or mint

Mocha Pie (Vegan):

  • Crust:
  • cups crushed vegan cookies or graham crackers
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • Filling:
  • cups soaked cashews
  • ½ cup brewed strong coffee chilled
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp coconut cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

Cucumber Salad:

  • Slice cucumbers and toss them in a bowl.
  • Whisk lemon juice, sesame oil, syrup, and salt.
  • Pour dressing over cucumbers and mix gently.
  • Add herbs and chill for 10 minutes.

Mocha Pie:

  • Mix cookie crumbs with melted coconut oil.
  • Press into pie pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
  • Blend all filling ingredients until creamy and smooth.
  • Pour into baked crust and smooth the top.
  • Chill for at least 3 hours (or overnight if you’re that patient).
  • Slice and serve cold, preferably with sass.

Notes

📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Cucumber Salad:
  • Calories: 48
  • Total Fat: 1.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0.7g
Mocha Pie:
  • Calories: 290
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g

💪 Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

Cucumber Salad:
  • Vitamin K: 20%
  • Vitamin C: 11%
  • Potassium: 8%
Mocha Pie:
  • Iron: 12%
  • Magnesium: 10%

✨ Additional Notes & Tips

  • Add a pinch of chili flakes to the salad for unexpected spice.
  • Top the pie with cacao nibs or shaved dark chocolate for crunch.
  • Use decaf if you want mocha without the 2 a.m. existential dread.
  • Make two pies if you’re emotionally unstable—it’s cheaper than therapy.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge… assuming leftovers even exist.

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