Crunchy Asian Cucumber Carrot Salad Recipe
A refreshing and crunchy Asian cucumber carrot salad featuring a tangy sesame dressing with lime, soy sauce, and a touch of chili, perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 Persian cucumbers, julienned
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
Dressing
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp mixed sesame seeds (black and white)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Julienne the Persian cucumbers and medium carrots into thin, even strips to ensure a consistent texture and easy tossing.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, chili flakes, mixed sesame seeds, and rice vinegar until the mixture is well combined and flavorful.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the julienned cucumbers and carrots. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all the vegetable strips evenly with the flavorful dressing.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the salad fresh to experience the best crunch and the vibrant blend of flavors. Serve as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy snack.
Notes
- For extra texture, you can add chopped peanuts or toasted almonds.
- Adjust chili flakes to your desired heat level or omit for a mild flavor.
- This salad is best served fresh; avoid storing it for long periods to maintain crunchiness.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if you require a gluten-free dish.
Keywords: Asian cucumber carrot salad, crunchy salad, sesame dressing salad, quick salad recipe, healthy side dish
