Description
A refreshing and healthy salad combining the crispness of cucumbers and the sweetness of carrots, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, diced
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, grated carrots, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance; just keep it refrigerated.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg