Because who says you can’t pair cucumber salad with something caffeinated and scandalously creamy—like espresso mousse—without being judged? Not us.
This combo hydrates your inner goddess and jolts your soul back to life—all before brunch ends and chaos resumes.
The salad crunches with spa-day energy, while the mousse whispers, “Girl, we’re skipping yoga and eating dessert first.”
Fresh, zesty cucumber and sultry espresso mousse make the kind of duo your ex wishes he had.
And yes, it’s 100% vegan, so you can look smug while licking mousse off a spoon in leggings.
Cucumber Salad with Espresso Mousse Cups
A vibrant cucumber salad meets decadent espresso mousse cups for a refreshingly rich, plant-based experience with sass and balance.
Ingredients
Cucumber Salad:
- 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp toasted sesame oil
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or mint
Espresso Mousse Cups:
- 1 cup silken tofu
- ¼ cup strong brewed espresso cooled
- ¼ cup melted vegan dark chocolate
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
- Shaved chocolate or cacao nibs
- Crushed hazelnuts
Instructions
For Cucumber Salad:
- Slice cucumbers thinly and toss into a mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, maple syrup, oil, and salt.
- Drizzle the dressing over cucumbers and toss well.
- Sprinkle chopped herbs over the top and let it chill 10 minutes.
For Espresso Mousse Cups:
- Combine tofu, espresso, melted chocolate, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt in a blender.
- Blend until the mixture turns ultra-smooth and glossy.
- Spoon the mousse into serving cups.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes or until firm.
- Top with chocolate shavings or nuts for bonus drama.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Cucumber Salad:- Calories: 55
- Total Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
💪 Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
Cucumber Salad:- Vitamin K: 18%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Potassium: 8%
- Iron: 9%
- Magnesium: 11%
✨ Additional Notes & Tips
- Want the mousse fluffier? Add 1 tbsp almond milk and blend longer.
- For salad drama, throw in radish slices or crushed peanuts.
- Chill mousse overnight for that firm, spoon-breaking finish.
- Use espresso powder if you’re out of actual brewed coffee—no judgment.
- Great for dinner parties, date nights, or Tuesdays when everything feels unhinged.
