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Ginger-Sesame Carrot and Cucumber Salad
Fresh, tangy, and simple, this ginger-sesame carrot and cucumber salad is the perfect summer dish for any occasion.
Portions:
2
Preparation Time:
30
minutes
mins
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Equipment
large saucepan
Large bowl
grater
Peeler
Ingredients
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2
teaspoons
toasted sesame oil
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2
teaspoons
grated gingerroot
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2
cloves
garlic
grated
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2
teaspoons
tamarind paste
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2
tablespoons
30 ml rice vinegar
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2
tablespoons
30 ml water
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2
large
carrots
peeled and shredded
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1
English cucumber
halved lengthwise and finely sliced into half-moons
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1½
teaspoons
poppy seeds
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1½
teaspoons
sesame seeds
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2
tablespoons
12 g finely chopped scallion (optional)
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½
teaspoon
fine sea salt
to taste
Instructions
Heat sesame oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add grated ginger and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
Stir in tamarind paste, rice vinegar, and water until the tamarind is dissolved.
Add shredded carrots and cook for 2 minutes.
Place cucumber slices in a large bowl.
Pour the carrot mixture and sauce over the cucumbers and toss to combine.
Sprinkle with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, scallions (if using), and sea salt.
Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Stir well before serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine advice:
Pair with a light Riesling or a crisp Pinot Grigio to enhance the tangy flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories:
85
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
9
g
|
Protein:
1
g
|
Fat:
4
g
|
Sugar:
4
g
|
Salt:
0.5
g
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Recipe Category
Salad
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Side Dish
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Snacks
/
Vegetables
Country
Fusion
Holliday:
Easter
/
Mothersday
/
Picnic
Diets
Low Fat
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Soy Free
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Vegan
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Vegetarian