Description
Carrot and Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This simple yet flavorful salad combines the crunch of fresh carrots and cucumbers with a tangy, slightly sweet dressing. It’s a versatile side that pairs well with grilled meats, sandwiches, or can even be enjoyed as a light main course. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, Carrot and Cucumber Salad is a nutritious and delightful way to enjoy your veggies.
Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional for added zest
Instructions
1. Begin by peeling and grating the carrots using a box grater or food processor. For the cucumbers, peel them and then slice them thinly, either with a knife or a mandoline slicer. Place the grated carrots and sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. If you’re using the optional lemon juice, add it to the dressing as well.
3. Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables and toss everything together until the carrots and cucumbers are evenly coated. If you’re using the optional dill or sesame seeds, sprinkle them over the top and gently mix them in.
4. For the best texture and flavor, let the Carrot and Cucumber Salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Alternatively, you can refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes or up to 1 day before serving, to give the vegetables a nice, refreshing crunch.
Notes
Leftover Carrot and Cucumber Salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The salad may release some liquid as it sits, so you may want to give it a gentle toss before serving to recombine the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g