Hot dogs with carrots, cilantro and cucumber
4 servings
30 minutes
This original version of the classic hot dog combines American traditions with fresh vegetable notes. Grilled Frankfurt sausages in soft buns come to life with grated carrots, fresh cucumber, and aromatic cilantro. Light mayonnaise adds creaminess, while lime juice provides a tangy zest that enhances the flavor. This hot dog is perfect for summer picnics or quick snacks, delighting with the juiciness and refreshing crunch of vegetables. It’s a balance of simplicity and culinary boldness that offers a new perspective on a beloved dish.
1
Preheat the grill or barbecue. Grill the sausages until they have characteristic stripes.
- Frankfurter sausages: 2 pieces
2
Meanwhile, grate the carrot (4 tablespoons) and cut the cucumber into thin strips (2 tablespoons).
- Carrot: 0.5 piece
- Cucumbers: 0.5 piece
3
Cut the buns in half without cutting all the way through. Spread mayonnaise and place the sausages. Top with carrot, cilantro, and cucumber, mixing them slightly.
- Hot dog bun: 2 pieces
- Light mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
- Frankfurter sausages: 2 pieces
- Carrot: 0.5 piece
- Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf): 2 tablespoons
- Cucumbers: 0.5 piece
4
Sprinkle with lime juice and serve.
- Lime: 0.5 piece
