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    Home ≫ Salad

    Carrot Cucumber Salad

    Updated July 24, 2021. Originally Posted July 24, 2021 By Nikole This post may contain Amazon affiliate links.

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    Cucumber carrot salad with Asian dressing.
    Cucumber carrot salad with Asian dressing.

    This carrot cucumber salad is a light and heathy mixture of crisp cucumber and crunchy carrots. The sesame oil and rice vinegar Asian inspired dressing pairs perfectly. Try this delicious side dish with your favorite grilled meats.

    a bowl of carrot cucumber salad

    Salads are great any time of the year, but they are especially good when the weather warm up! You'll love the cool cucumbers on a hot summer day! This salad recipe is also:

    • Easy to make with less than 30 minutes of prep time.
    • Versatile - it pairs well with many dishes.
    • Can be made a few hours ahead.

    I like this recipe because it goes with a few of my recipes like my Sweet Chili Salmon, Ground Orange Chicken, and my Curry Chicken.

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    Key ingredients and substitutions

    Ingredients are easy to find. I shopped this recipe at Target.

    Cucumbers - Green or English (seedless) cucumbers work well. I used green cucumbers and kept the skin on for added crunch, color and nutrition, but you can peel them. No need to peel English cucumbers.

    Carrots - the kind Bugs Bunny likes! Mix it up with purple or yellow ones.

    Red onion - try green onions or shallots if you find red onions too strong. They will mellow after sitting in the vinaigrette for a couple hours.

    Rice vinegar - unseasoned rice vinegar means it there is no sugar added. Seasoned rice vinegar will work too. Rice wine vinegar can also work

    Cilantro - if you like cilantro, use it. If you don't you can leave it out or try Italian parsley instead.

    Toasted sesame oil - this is an important ingredient because it gives this carrot salad it's special flavor. However, you can use any oil and it will still be delicious.

    Chili powder - any variety will work well such as chipotle or adobo.

    Sesame seeds or red pepper flakes - I use these interchangeably depending on my mood and what I'm planning to serve the salad with.

    Ingredients to make the recipe: carrots, cucumbers, sesame oil, red onion, sesame seeds, cilantro, vinegar, salt, chili powder.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Gather ingredients.

    Step One - Add rice vinegar, cilantro, sesame oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Whisk to combine well.

    a bowl of vinaigrette with chopped cilantro.

    Step Two - Add cucumbers, carrots, and red onions to bowl. Toss to combine with vinaigrette. Cover and chill for two to four hours.

    salad ingredients separated in a bowl.

    Hint: try these salad hands to mix the salad. They are gentle and can be put in the dishwasher!

    Variations

    Spicy - sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top before serving. Or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the vinaigrette. Add sliced fresh jalepeño slices or chopped pickled jalepeños.

    Tex Mex - skip the sesame oil and use a mild flavored oil like olive or canola. Add jalepeños like stated above and top with sliced or diced avocados.

    Dietary - this dish is naturally low carb, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. Please check ingredient labels if you have a dietary requirement.

    Storage

    This carrot cucumber salad should be kept in the refrigerator and can be kept for up to 8 hours. After that, they salad will begin to get soggy.

    These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.

    Top tip

    Prep the carrots, cucumbers, and red onions ahead of time. Store separately in storage bags or containers in the refrigerator. Mix the dressing and and add sliced vegetables a couple hours before needed.

    FAQ

    What is the health benefit of carrot and cucumber?

    Carrots and cucumbers are nutritional powerhouses that taste great together. Carrots contain vitamin A and cucumbers have vitamin C.

    Is it good to eat the skin of a cucumber?

    Eating cucumber skin or peel will add vitamin A and fiber to your diet.

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    Carrot Cucumber Salad

    Recipe by Nikole Berg
    This carrot cucumber salad is a light and heathy mixture of crisp cucumber and crunchy carrots. The sesame oil and rice vinegar Asian inspired dressing pairs perfectly. Try this delicious side dish with your favorite grilled meats.
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Refrigerate 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins
    Course Salad/Side Dish
    Cuisine Asian
    Servings 4
    Calories 61 kcal

    Equipment

    Salad Servers

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ¼ cup rice vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
    • 1 cucumber medium, sliced ¼ inch thick
    • 2 carrots medium, cut into matchsticks
    • ½ red onion small, thinly sliced
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions
     

    • Combine rice vinegar, cilantro, sesame oil, chili powder, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
    • Add cut cucumbers, carrots, and red onion to bowl. Toss with vinaigrette until evenly coated.
    • Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours, tightly covered in the refrigerator.

    Notes

    Prep the carrots, cucumbers, and red onions ahead of time. Store separately in storage bags or containers in the refrigerator. Mix the dressing and and add sliced vegetables a couple hours before needed.
    This carrot cucumber salad should be kept in the refrigerator and can be kept for up to 8 hours. After that, they salad will begin to get soggy.
    Adapted from Eating Well
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4gCalories: 61kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 170mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5182IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Asian salad, pickles, vinaigrette
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    Food safety

    • Always wash your hands before preparing foods
    • Wash all cooking utensils and cutting boards after contact with raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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    Nikole is the creator and photographer behind The Travel Palate, a food and travel blog featuring quick and flavorful recipes and getaway guides. Nikole hopes to inspire your inner foodie whether you're in the kitchen or traveling on your next adventure.

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