Description
Crisp, colorful, and incredibly refreshing, this Easy Cucumber Carrot Salad is the perfect quick breakfast side, healthy snack, or light dinner addition. Packed with fresh vegetables, a tangy dressing, and a satisfying crunch, it’s one of those easy recipes you’ll keep coming back to when you need simple food ideas that taste amazing. This salad combines thinly sliced cucumbers and julienned carrots with a bright, flavorful dressing that brings everything together in minutes. Whether you’re looking for fresh dinner ideas or quick meal prep options, this vibrant dish fits effortlessly into any routine.
Ingredients
2 medium cucumbers thinly sliced
2 large carrots julienned
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 green onions sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
1. Wash and prepare all vegetables by slicing cucumbers thinly and julienning the carrots, then place them in a large bowl.
2. Add chopped herbs, green onions, and sesame seeds to the bowl with the vegetables.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, salt, pepper, ginger, and garlic until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
5. Let the salad rest for 5 to 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
7. Serve fresh or slightly chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
Use fresh, firm vegetables for the best crunch and flavor.
Avoid overdressing to keep the salad crisp and not soggy.
Let the salad sit briefly before serving to enhance flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy recipe, healthy snack, quick breakfast, dinner ideas, fresh salad, cucumber carrot salad