Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad made with hydrating cucumbers, sweet carrots, and a zesty dressing, perfect as a side or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
- 2 large carrots, julienned or finely shredded
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or cilantro)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
- ½ teaspoon sugar or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Wash the cucumber and carrots thoroughly, julienne or slice them into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine and mingle: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cucumber and carrots.
- Mix the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together garlic, sesame seeds, olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar/maple syrup.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the cucumber and carrot mix and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley or cilantro on top and serve immediately.
Notes
For added flavor, let the salad sit for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve on a vibrant plate for a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, cucumber, carrot, vegan, quick meal