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Healthy Carrot Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and vibrant salad made with grated carrots and diced cucumbers, perfect as a side dish or light main.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups grated carrots Ensure they are fresh
  • 1 cup diced cucumber Remove seeds if desired
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley Finely chopped
Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavors
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground if possible

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Dice the cucumber into small cubes. Optionally, remove the seeds for less water.
  3. Chop the parsley finely and add it to the bowl with the grated carrots.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the vegetables.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then gently toss the ingredients together until evenly coated.
  6. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to meld flavors, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding pumpkin seeds or sumac topping. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 2-3 days for best texture.