Carrot Salad

This carrot salad is bursting with flavor! Crisp carrots, a tangy dressing, and a sprinkle of parsley for the perfect crunch.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Asian

Servings

Calories 36 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

4 carrots
2 Teaspoons Olive oil
2 Teaspoons Apple cider vinegar
1 Teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
1 Teaspoon Maple syrup
¼ Teaspoon Crushed red peppers
Salt and pepper to taste
2 Tablespoons Parsley roughly minced
Sesame seed to garnish

Instructions

In a small jar, combine the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
2 Teaspoons Olive oil, 2 Teaspoons Apple cider vinegar, 1 Teaspoon Balsamic vinegar, 1 Teaspoon Maple syrup, ¼ Teaspoon Crushed red peppers, Salt and pepper, 2 Tablespoons Parsley
Secure the lid and shake well to mix and set to one side.
Wash and peel the carrots, removing the ends.
4 carrots
Use a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to slice the carrots into thin, long ribbons. Place the ribbons in a large serving dish or bowl.
Pour the dressing over the carrots in the bowl. Toss gently to coat the carrots evenly.
Sprinkle with crushed red peppers, parsley, and sesame seeds if using. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Sesame seed

Notes

Tips and Tricks

For extra crunch, consider adding toasted nuts like almonds or walnuts.
Use colorful carrots for a vibrant presentation.
Adjust the sweetness or acidity by tweaking the amount of maple syrup or vinegar to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 36kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 84mgPotassium: 217mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10406IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 0.4mg

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