Description
Refresh your palate with this vibrant Cucumber Carrot Salad! Bursting with color and flavor, this salad is a delightful mix of crunchy cucumbers and sweet grated carrots, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch at home, it’s an easy way to boost your meal with freshness and nutrition. Enjoy it as a side dish, a topping for grilled meats, or on its own for a satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups carrots, grated
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, finely chopped (any color)
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, grated carrots, red onion, bell pepper, and parsley. Toss lightly to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, optional honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg