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Carrot Cucumber Salad

Crisp Carrot Cucumber Salad with Tangy Sesame Dressing

Enjoy a delightful Carrot Cucumber Salad, bursting with fresh ingredients and a tangy-sweet sesame dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Carrots fresh, firm carrots are best for texture
  • 1 Persian or English Cucumber slice thinly, substitute if unavailable
  • 2 Green Onions both green and white parts can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds toasted enhances flavor
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey replace with maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic pressed, fresh recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste fresh ginger gives more zing
  • optional Chili Oil omit for milder flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and julienning three medium carrots into thin matchsticks.
  2. Slice one Persian or English cucumber thinly and chop green onions.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, pressed garlic, and ginger paste until smooth.
  4. Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine julienned carrots, sliced cucumbers, chopped green onions, and cooled toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
  7. Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh, crisp vegetables for best flavor. Adjust dressing to taste and consider toasting sesame seeds just before serving for optimal crunch.

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