Description
A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring cucumbers, carrots, and a flavorful dressing with a hint of Korean chili flakes and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 large carrots
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp sugar (substitute with maple syrup or agave)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Peel and julienne the cucumber and carrots. Combine in a large bowl.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Add sesame seeds, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Toss well to coat.
- Serve: Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to customize the dressing by adjusting the spice level or sweetness to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg