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Cucumber Carrot Salad

Crispy Cucumber Carrot Salad with Zesty Gochugaru Dressing

Enjoy this vibrant Cucumber Carrot Salad with a zesty gochugaru dressing, a quick vegan-friendly dish that's both refreshing and nutritious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Flavor Melding Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 unit Cucumber Look for firm, fresh cucumbers for best texture.
  • 2 medium Carrots Baby carrots can be used as a quick substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Can be swapped for pumpkin seeds if desired.
  • 1 clove Garlic Using fresh garlic enhances the taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Feel free to substitute with cilantro or mint.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Choose extra virgin for superior flavor.
  • 1 unit Lemon Juice Lime juice can be a good alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean Red Chili Flakes) Use red pepper flakes for a similar spice level.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt intake.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Maple syrup or agave serves as a great vegan alternative.

Equipment

  • knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • julienne peeler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing and drying one cucumber and two medium carrots thoroughly. Julienne the cucumber and carrots into thin strips and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the julienned cucumber and carrots. Add minced garlic and chopped parsley, and toss everything together until evenly coated.
  4. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the salad and gently toss again. Serve immediately or let sit for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the dressing separately if preparing in advance to keep the vegetables crisp. Adjust spice level to taste and ensure to use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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