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5-Minute Creamy Cucumber Carrot Salad You’ll Obsess Over

creamy cucumber carrot salad
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A refreshing and creamy cucumber carrot salad served in crisp lettuce cups, perfect for a light summer meal or potluck side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cucumber, julienned or thin matchsticks (about 2 medium cucumbers)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, for balance)
  • 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 8–10 butter lettuce or romaine leaves (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prep the veggies: Julienne the cucumber into thin sticks and shred the carrots. Pat cucumbers dry with paper towels to prevent a watery salad.
  2. Mix the dressing: In a bowl, whisk mayo, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), vinegar (or lemon juice), Dijon, sugar (if using), salt, pepper, dill, and parsley.
  3. Toss: Add cucumbers and carrots to the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Chill (best flavor): Refrigerate 10–20 minutes for a colder, creamier bite.
  5. Serve: Spoon into lettuce leaves and finish with extra cracked pepper and herbs if you like.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
  • Patting the cucumbers dry helps prevent a watery salad.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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