CUCUMBERS AND CARROTS

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large cucumbers, about 1 1/4 pounds
2 carrots, about 1/2 pound
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers and cut each lengthwise in half. Scrape away and discard seeds.
  • Cut each cucumber in half crosswise into thin slices. There should be about 4 cups. Set aside.
  • Trim off ends of each carrot. Scrape carrots. Cut each carrot crosswise into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Cut each piece lengthwise into thin julienne strips. There should be about 2 cups.
  • Bring enough water to the boil in a saucepan to cover carrot strips when added. Add carrots and let cook about 4 minutes. Add cucumbers and cook about 1 minute. Drain well.
  • Heat butter in skillet and add shallots. Cook briefly, stirring. Add carrots and cucumbers and sprinkle with salt, pepper and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 96, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 486 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

User 9813
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Samiya J
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It actually tastes even better the next day.


froggo
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few ingredients, but they all come together to create a delicious and refreshing dish.


Katora Wood
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch at home.


Pirzada Hamid Ali shah
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I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I love this salad. The dressing is so good that it makes the cucumbers taste amazing.


Shawn Fanin
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This salad is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Gang id seller
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Shawn Nickerson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers and carrots. It's also a great side dish for a summer barbecue.


Sadaqat Babar
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I've never been a big fan of cucumber salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is perfect.


indrakumar sharathkumar
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and easy salad. I will definitely be making it again.


Terrence McClain
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of cucumbers, carrots, and dressing.


Cabdi fitax Cde
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I made this salad for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Jordan Duru
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and the colors are so vibrant.


Mohamed Hesham
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


AJMAL CHAND78
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit! The cucumbers and carrots are so refreshing and the dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


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