Cucumber Carrot Salad is a crisp and refreshing side dish made with thinly sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, and a light tangy dressing.
2 large English cucumbers thinly sliced
2 medium carrots peeled and grated
¼ small red onion thinly sliced
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds optional
Wash and thinly slice cucumbers.
Peel and grate carrots.
Thinly slice red onion and soak in cold water for 10 minutes if desired, then drain.
In a small bowl whisk vinegar, oil, honey or maple syrup, and salt.
Combine cucumbers, carrots, and onion in a large bowl.
Pour dressing over vegetables and toss gently to coat.
Let sit 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh herbs and sesame seeds if desired.
For less moisture, lightly salt cucumbers and let them drain before mixing. Best served within 24 hours.