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Cucumber Carrot Salad

Cucumber Carrot Salad: Refreshing Crunch for Your Plate

Cucumber Carrot Salad is a refreshing, low-calorie salad perfect for summer, featuring a spicy gochugaru dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large Cucumber julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 large Carrots julienned or finely shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley finely chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • Optional Add-ins carrot ribbons, green onion, or chopped roasted peanuts/cashews
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru Korean red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sugar or Maple Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • knife
  • Mandoline
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • small bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry the cucumber and carrots thoroughly. Julienne the cucumber and carrots into uniform, thin strips. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar or maple syrup. Whisk until well combined and glossy.
  3. Add chopped parsley and minced garlic to the mixing bowl with julienned cucumber and carrots. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat the vegetables without crushing them.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and give it a gentle toss again. Allow to rest for about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve the salad in an attractive dish, showcasing the bright colors and textures.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve this salad fresh for best taste and texture. Separate the dressing if preparing ahead of time.

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