MISO-CARROT-CUCUMBER SALAD

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This lightly seasoned salad was a favorite of mine growing up, close to a sunomono, a Japanese cucumber salad dish. I've added sweet, spiralized carrots here, and Mom likes to add extra fresh ginger to this refreshing summer side dish.

Provided by Candice Kumai

Categories     HarperCollins     HarperCollins     Salad     Cucumber     Carrot     Vegetarian     Vegan     Sesame Oil     Sesame     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield Serves 4 as an appetizer or side dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

Miso Dressing:
2 tablespoons organic red or white miso paste
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar or raw
Unfiltered apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Salad:
2 large cucumbers, julienned
1 large carrot, spiralized
2 tablespoons reconstituted wakame

Steps:

  • Make the dressing:
  • Whisk together the miso paste, oil, vinegar, and toasted sesame seeds in a large bowl.
  • Assemble the salad:
  • Add the sliced cucumbers, spiralized carrot, and wakame and toss to coat with the dressing.
  • Serve immediately, or make slightly in advance, cover, and refrigerate until chilled before serving, 10 to 20 minutes.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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