Description
A refreshing salad that combines the crispness of cucumbers with the sweetness of carrots, all beautifully dressed for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced or julienned
- 2 large carrots, julienned or finely shredded
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp sugar or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prep the Veggies: Start by washing and drying the cucumber and carrots thoroughly. Julienne the cucumber or slice it thinly, and either julienne or finely shred the carrots.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar until combined.
- Combine in a Bowl: In a large mixing bowl, toss the cucumber, carrot, parsley, and minced garlic together.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the veggies and toss gently for an even coating.
- Finish with Seeds: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and give it one last gentle toss.
- Let It Rest: Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, keep the dressing separate until serving. This dish is naturally vegan and can be customized with additional veggies or proteins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, cucumber, carrot, vegan, fresh, crunchy