Cucumber Carrot Salad Mastered in 10 Mins Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant cucumber carrot salad tossed with a spicy and tangy Korean-inspired dressing, sesame seeds, and fresh parsley. Perfect for a quick, healthy side dish or light snack prepared in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 large carrots
Dressing & Seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp sugar (or substitute with maple syrup or agave)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash and dry the cucumber and carrots thoroughly. Use a sharp knife or a julienne peeler to slice both into thin julienne strips. Transfer the sliced vegetables into a large mixing bowl for easy tossing.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar until the mixture becomes a smooth, well-combined dressing that balances tangy, spicy, and sweet flavors.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing evenly over the julienned cucumbers and carrots. Add the minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley. Toss all ingredients gently but thoroughly to ensure even coating and flavor distribution.
- Add the Final Touch: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the dressed salad and give it one last toss to incorporate them throughout. Serve immediately to enjoy a crisp texture or let it rest for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- Julienning the vegetables finely ensures the salad has a light, crunchy texture.
- Allowing the salad to sit for a short time intensifies the flavors but serving right away keeps it extra crisp.
- Gochugaru can be adjusted or substituted based on your preferred spice level.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed to make the salad gluten-free.
- Maple syrup or agave works as great vegan substitutes for sugar in the dressing.
Keywords: cucumber carrot salad, Korean salad, gochugaru salad, quick salad recipe, healthy side dish, sesame seed salad
