Description
A refreshing and healthy salad featuring shaved carrots tossed in a flavorful Asian dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 carrots, shaved
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1–2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- A splash of lime or lemon juice
- 2.5 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Use a vegetable peeler, grater, or food processor to make carrot ribbons. Transfer them to a large bowl.
- Whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, chili flakes, and salt in a small bowl. Drizzle over the carrot ribbons and toss well. Adjust the seasoning to your liking.
- Arrange the salad on a platter, garnish with scallions, sesame seeds, and more chili flakes if desired. Enjoy as a light snack or pair with grilled chicken or salmon for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.
- This salad can be prepared in advance; however, it’s best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg