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Refreshing Carrot Cucumber Salad with Citrus Dressing

To achieve the perfect texture and maximize the flavors in this Carrot-Cucumber Salad, it’s important to julienne the carrots into thin strips that will absorb the dressing easily. Similarly, slicing the cucumbers thinly ensures that they remain crisp and meld well with the dressing and other ingred
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Method

Method
 

  1. Combine the julienned carrots, thinly sliced cucumbers, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, and honey or agave syrup in a small bowl until well combined. This will be your citrus dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  4. Add the chopped cilantro and mint to the salad and mix until the herbs are distributed throughout.
  5. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. If desired, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds for a crunch and nutty flavor.
  7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  8. Prep: 15 minutes
  9. Chill: 30 minutes
  10. Total Time: 45 minutes
  11. Servings: 4Cooking Time: 0 minutesTotal Time: 45 minutesKcal: Approximately 120 kcal per serving