Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of this refreshing carrot salad, perfect for any occasion. Crunchy fresh carrots combined with a tangy dressing create a delightful dish that complements both casual meals and festive gatherings. With its bright colors and zesty notes, this salad not only tastes amazing but also adds a visual feast to your table. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that encourages creativity, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium carrots (about 400g), peeled and sliced into ribbons
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prep your carrots by washing, peeling, and slicing them into thin ribbons.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, and salt until well combined.
- Place the sliced carrots in a large mixing bowl and pour the dressing over them; toss gently to ensure even coating.
- Add chopped fresh herbs and mix again.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (130g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg