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Carrot and Cucumber Salad with Spicy Dressing

Carrot and Cucumber Salad with Spicy Dressing to Wow Your Senses

A refreshing Carrot and Cucumber Salad with Spicy Dressing that's quick to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Carrots Peeled and sliced
  • 1 English cucumber Cucumber
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Thinly sliced
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium option preferred
  • 1 tablespoon White Miso Paste Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Honey For vegan option, substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 pinch Red Chili Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 lime Lime Zest
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mandoline
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

Prep the Vegetables
  1. Wash the carrots and cucumber thoroughly under cold water. Slice the carrots into thin matchsticks and the cucumber into half-moons, about 1/8 inch thick. Chop the green onions finely.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, white miso paste, and rice vinegar until smooth. Add sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Stir in red chili flakes and lime zest.
Combine and Serve
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced carrots, cucumbers, and green onions. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently. Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve. Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or adjust the spice level.

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