Vibrant Asian Cucumber Carrot Slaw: A Refreshing Twist to Your Meals
A refreshing and colorful slaw that adds a twist to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cucumber
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cucumber and carrots.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and carrot mixture and toss well to combine.
- Add green onions and sesame seeds, tossing gently.
- Let the slaw sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- This slaw can be made a few hours in advance for optimal flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber, carrot, slaw, vibrant, Asian