Refreshing 230-Calorie Salad: Perfect for Hot Summer Days!…
This cucumber and carrot salad is a quick and easy solution for lunch or dinner on hot summer days. It’s light, refreshing, and will satisfy your appetite without weighing you down. This simple yet delicious dish will pleasantly surprise you. Enjoy it as a main course with some whole grain or protein-rich bread, or as a side dish for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients:
- 2 cucumbers
- 2 carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/2 white onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 small red chili pepper, finely chopped
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Paprika, to taste
- Fresh ginger, grated, to taste
- Salt, to taste
Refreshing 230-Calorie Salad: Perfect for Hot Summer Days!
Preparation:
- Trim the ends of the cucumbers, cut them into thirds, then slice each piece lengthwise into wedges. Place in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, mix well, and let sit for 20 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, sliced onion, chopped chili pepper, grated garlic, and grated ginger.
- Drain and squeeze out excess water from the cucumbers, then add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.
- In a separate container, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and paprika to create a dressing.
- Pour 3-4 tablespoons of the dressing over the salad, or adjust to taste. Toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately. Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for future use on salads, vegetables, or in other recipes.
- Enjoy this light and nutritious salad that’s perfect for staying cool and maintaining your figure during hot weathe
Bon Appétit!
