Cucumber Carrot Salad is a crisp and refreshing side dish made with thinly sliced cucumbers, sweet carrots, and a light tangy dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 large English cucumbers thinly sliced
2 medium carrots julienned or shaved
1 quarter small red onion thinly sliced optional
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons neutral oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil optional
Half teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice optional
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
Optional red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
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Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers and place in a large bowl.
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Peel and julienne or shave the carrots and add to the bowl.
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Thinly slice red onion and add if using.
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In a small bowl whisk rice vinegar sugar salt and oil until dissolved.
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Stir in sesame oil and lime juice if desired.
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Pour dressing over vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
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Sprinkle fresh herbs on top and toss lightly again.
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Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.