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Creamy Cucumber and Carrot Salad


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

Description

A refreshing and creamy salad featuring crisp cucumbers and sweet carrots, perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 large cucumber
  • 2 large carrots
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Veggies: Wash the cucumber and carrots thoroughly. Slice the cucumber into thin slices and the carrots into thin rounds or grate them.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Combine the dressing with the cucumber and carrots to ensure they’re well-coated.
  4. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve in a beautiful bowl.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and tastes better after a day in the fridge. Make it vegan by using plant-based mayo and yogurt.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: cucumber salad, carrot salad, summer salad