Low Carb Crisp Cucumber and Carrot Salad

Brighten up your table with this Low Carb Crisp Cucumber and Carrot Salad, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish perfect for health-conscious eaters. Featuring ribbons of cool English cucumber, crunchy carrot matchsticks, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this salad is tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing that’s wonderfully light yet flavorful. Fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds add an exotic flair, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile salad fits seamlessly into low-carb, vegan, or gluten-free diets. Serve it chilled as a vibrant side dish or a light, satisfying main course when you're short on time but big on desire for freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber
• 2 medium Carrots
• 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumber, carrots, and cherry tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber lengthwise into thin strips using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife. If you prefer, you can also use a julienne peeler.

Step 3

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin matchsticks or use a julienne peeler for convenience.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and then cut each slice in half to create semi-circular pieces.

Step 6

Chop the cilantro coarsely and set aside.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well-coated.

Step 10

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the salad and toss again lightly.

Step 11

Serve the salad chilled as a fresh, crisp side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(772.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	476.8

Total Fat 33.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1297.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 7.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.3mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1490.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 34.0%