Cucumber Carrot Salad (15 Minutes, Big Crunch!)

Cucumber Carrot Salad (15 Minutes, Big Crunch!)

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: LUNCH Cuisine: Asian Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 large carrots, julienned or finely shredded
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp gochugaru, Korean red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sugar or maple syrup
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Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumber and carrots. Julienne or shred them evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar until glossy.
  3. Add cucumber, carrot, parsley, and garlic to a large bowl. Toss gently.
  4. Pour dressing over the veggies and use all of it.
  5. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  6. Sprinkle sesame seeds and toss again.
  7. Let sit for 10 minutes for flavor to meld or serve immediately.

Notes

  1. This salad works great as a side, a light lunch, or a crunchy bed for grilled protein.