Description
Carrot ribbon salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that adds a burst of color and crunch to any meal. With delicate ribbons of fresh carrots tossed in a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, BBQs, or as a delightful side at dinner gatherings. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite nuts or herbs, it’s not just good for the eyes but also for your health. Enjoy every crunchy bite while getting your daily dose of veggies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh carrots, peeled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Use a vegetable peeler to create long ribbons from the peeled carrots.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot ribbons with the dressing until evenly coated.
- Add chopped parsley and toss lightly to combine.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for about 20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg