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Carrot & Cucumber Ribbon Salad

A fresh, light, and dairy-free salad made with delicate carrot and cucumber ribbons tossed in a bright lemon dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: International
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large carrots peeled
  • 2 large cucumbers
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp maple syrup optional
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Small whisk

Method
 

  1. Peel carrots and shave into ribbons using a vegetable peeler.
  2. Shave cucumbers into ribbons and discard seedy core if desired.
  3. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss ribbons gently with dressing until evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best texture, toss with dressing just before serving.