Description
A light and refreshing salad featuring vibrant ribbons of carrots and cucumbers, drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large carrots
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like dill or parsley)
- Optional toppings: toasted sesame seeds or nuts
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies by washing them thoroughly.
- Create ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline.
- Combine the ribbons in a large bowl with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the salad gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Add chopped fresh herbs and optional toppings.
- Serve beautifully and enjoy!
Notes
This salad can be made in advance; just combine the veggies and dressing right before serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, healthy, carrot, cucumber, summer recipe