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Carrot Sesame Salad

Zesty Carrot Sesame Salad for a Refreshing Crunch

Enjoy a vibrant Carrot Sesame Salad that's quick to prepare, nutritious, and packed with flavor. Perfect for any meal or snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 large carrots Peel and grate.
  • Salt and pepper Season to taste.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil For rich flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Adds umami.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional sweetener.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds For crunch.
  • Fresh herbs Like cilantro or parsley, for garnish.

Equipment

  • box grater
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grate the carrots using a vegetable peeler and box grater or food processor.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and optional honey or maple syrup.
  3. Combine grated carrots in a large bowl, pour dressing over, and toss until well-coat.
  4. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad and gently fold in.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to incorporate.
  6. Top with fresh herbs for garnish before serving.
  7. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Perfect as a side dish or light lunch. For optimal flavor, allow to chill before serving.

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