Low Sodium Crisp Cucumber and Carrot Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with garden-fresh produce, this Low Sodium Crisp Cucumber and Carrot Salad is the perfect guilt-free side dish or light main for your next meal. Featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers, crunchy carrots, and vibrant red bell pepper tossed in a zesty lime and honey dressing, this salad delivers maximum flavor without overloading on sodium. A sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a subtle nutty crunch, while fresh parsley infuses a burst of herbal freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, summer picnics, or any time you’re craving a healthy, colorful dish. Enjoy it as a refreshing snack or pair it with grilled chicken or fish for a perfectly balanced meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large English cucumber
• 3 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin matchsticks or julienne style using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.

Step 3

Slice the English cucumbers thinly. If desired, peel them or leave the skin on for added color and texture.

Step 4

Core the red bell pepper, remove the seeds, and slice it into thin strips.

Step 5

Chop the fresh parsley finely and set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, carrots, red bell pepper, and chopped parsley.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the salad for an added crunch.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1068.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	572.7

Total Fat 34.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 677.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 12.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 229.2mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 2135.6mg	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: 50.5%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 41.6%