In past generations, there was a tendency to gatekeep favorite recipes, passing them on only within the family. Nowadays, social media has brought food lovers together from around the globe as they borrow from each other’s cookbooks and share kitchen secrets. Gen Z is particularly tech-savvy, so when things start to trend online, they often have something to do with it. Lately, Logan Moffitt is reaping the benefits of internet fame as his viral cucumber salad videos continue to inspire amateur chefs.

Back in July, the Canadian blew up after sharing his first of many salad recipes with followers. “Sometimes you need to eat an entire cucumber,” he declared while mandoline-slicing the vegetable. That post, which combines soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, green onions, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds and MSG, now has 788K likes; overall, Moffitt has 4.3 million followers on TikTok and is on his way to reaching 1 million subscribers on YouTube.

Rather than gatekeeping his delicious ideas, the Ottawa native continues to re-invent the wheel and prove that his favorite vegetable has some serious versatility. Find two of his most beloved viral cucumber salad renditions below, and let us know which version you plan to shake up this summer in the comments!

Logan Moffitt’s Viral Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon

“This one is just like, everything. If you like salmon avocado bagels, you’ll love it,” Moffitt promises. On his TikTok page, the creative is a huge advocate for using MSG in dishes as it enhances flavors, though it’s not necessary if you don’t have any on hand or aren’t a fan.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole English cucumber, sliced on mandoline setting #2
• 1 tbsp cream cheese
• 2 slices smoked salmon, chopped up
• Handful of red onion, thinly sliced
• ½ avocado
• 1 tbsp of capers
• Everything bagel seasoning to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• MSG (optional)

Instructions:

1. Slice your entire cucumber into a one-quart container.
2. Add other ingredients and seasoning to match your personal preference.
3. Put the lid on your container before shaking “super well,” as Moffitt reminds us.

Delicious and Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe

If you’re just getting started in the world of viral cucumber salad recipes, the classic creamy option is usually a safe bet. For a crunchier meal, you’ll want to eat immediately after mixing. If you prefer a softer texture and deeper flavor, let your ingredients marinate in the fridge for a few hours before sitting down to enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole English cucumber, sliced on mandoline setting #2
• ⅓ cup full-fat, plain Icelandic-style yogurt, or skyr
• Juice from half a lemon
• 2 tablespoons pepperoncini brine
• ½ packet ranch dressing mix
• 1 dill frond, snipped
• ½ teaspoon MSG 
• 1 clove garlic, microplaned (optional)
• 2 green onions, snipped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Add ingredients into a container and shake vigorously for one minute.
2. Refrigerate until ready to eat or dig in immediately.