Description
Cucumber Carrot Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side for any meal. This salad features the crisp textures of fresh cucumbers and grated carrots, beautifully complemented by a zesty homemade dressing. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious salad, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or picnics. Packed with vitamins and low in calories, it’s a guilt-free way to enjoy healthy eating while adding a pop of color to your plate. Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed as a standalone lunch, this salad is sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 2 large carrots
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup red onion
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by thinly slicing cucumbers, grating carrots, halving cherry tomatoes, and slicing red onion. Combine in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until blended.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until well coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately or chill for 15-30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg