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Cucumber Carrot Salad Recipe

Zesty Cucumber Carrot Salad Recipe for Refreshing Crunch

This Cucumber Carrot Salad Recipe is a refreshing and vibrant dish that adds a crunchy element to any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Flavor Melding Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumber preferably English cucumbers for texture
  • 2 cups Carrots any type, julienned
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil can substitute avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or lime juice for a citrusy kick
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) can substitute red pepper flakes or cayenne
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar can be substituted with honey or agave syrup
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic or garlic powder as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Parsley or cilantro/mint for freshness
Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds black sesame seeds for visual contrast

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry the cucumber and carrots thoroughly. Cut the cucumber into thin strips and julienne the carrots. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar until well combined and smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the julienned vegetables and add minced garlic and chopped parsley. Toss well to coat everything.
  4. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and toss again. Serve immediately or let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For extra crunch, soak julienned cucumbers and carrots in ice water before mixing. Adjust seasoning based on the sweetness of carrots. Add fresh herbs just before serving for optimal flavor.

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