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Creamy Cucumber and Carrot Salad


  • Author: emilyharper
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant, crunchy salad with creamy dressing, perfect for warm days and as a fresh side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 2 large carrots, grated or julienned
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)

Instructions

  1. Prep the vegetables by washing the cucumbers and carrots. Use a peeler for the carrots if desired. Thinly slice the cucumbers and grate or julienne the carrots.
  2. Make the dressing by combining Greek yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, sugar or honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Combine the sliced cucumbers and grated carrots into the bowl with the dressing, gently folding to combine.
  4. Chill the salad by covering it and placing it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve by giving the salad a final stir, adjusting seasoning if necessary, and transferring it to a serving bowl. Garnish as desired.

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance and can be customized with additions like avocado, nuts, or herbs.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: salad, cucumber, carrot, creamy, summer dish, healthy side