Carrot and Cucumber Salad with Spicy Dressing: A Fresh Delight
A refreshing and spicy salad featuring crunchy carrots and cucumbers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots and sliced cucumbers.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Add chopped cilantro and mix well.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- For a milder dressing, reduce the amount of chili paste.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Carrot, Cucumber, Salad, Spicy Dressing