Bright and Crunchy Asian Raw Carrot Salad for Fresh Flavor
A vibrant and fresh Asian Raw Carrot Salad, perfect for a quick and nutritious side dish.
Equipment
- Grater
- Large bowl
- Small Bowl
- whisk
- tongs
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 4 cups shredded carrots washed and peeled
- ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs cilantro and mint
For the Dressing
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce can substitute with gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
For Topping
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds sprinkle on before serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Wash and peel the carrots, then shred them into fine pieces using a grater or food processor.
- In a large bowl, combine the 4 cups of shredded carrots with ¼ cup of freshly chopped herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot and herb mixture and toss gently for 1-2 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds over the salad before serving.
- Serve immediately in chilled bowls or plates for best flavor.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and dress the salad right before serving to maintain its crunchiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.6mg
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