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Carrot Sesame Salad

Crunchy Carrot Sesame Salad for a Fresh Twist on Greens

Enjoy this vibrant Carrot Sesame Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for any meal with a tangy dressing and crunchy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • Small Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Salad tongs

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 4 large carrots Grated
  • ¼ cup fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) Chopped for garnishing

For the Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional for sweetness

For Garnishing

  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds Toasted
  • salt To taste
  • pepper To taste

Instructions
 

Steps

  • Grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
  • Prepare the dressing by whisking together sesame oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and optional sweetener in a small bowl.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots and drizzle the dressing over them. Toss gently.
  • Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and mix again to combine.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs before serving. Serve immediately or let sit for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.

Notes

For best texture, use fresh carrots and avoid freezing leftover salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Carrot Sesame Salad, healthy salad, meal prep, Quick Recipe, vegetable salad
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