Gingered Cucumber Carrot Salad
Fresh, zesty, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Gingered Cucumber Carrot Salad is the ultimate healthy side dish. Featuring crisp cucumber and sweet carrot ribbons tossed in a tangy ginger dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a touch of honey, this salad offers the perfect balance of refreshing crunch and savory depth. A drizzle of sesame oil, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, and a garnish of fresh cilantro elevate the dish to gourmet status, while the subtle kick of freshly grated ginger ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or as a light accompaniment to your favorite Asian-inspired meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 3 medium Carrot
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers and carrots.
Using a julienne peeler, mandoline, or a sharp knife, cut the cucumbers and carrots into thin matchstick-sized strips. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger. You will need about 1 tablespoon of grated ginger.
In a small bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil until well combined.
Drizzle the ginger dressing over the julienned cucumber and carrot mixture.
Sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything gently until evenly coated.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves and sprinkle them on top of the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish, or chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1880 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1188 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
