Description
Fresh and vibrant Raw Carrot Salad with a zesty apple cider vinegar dressing, offering a crunchy texture and bright, tangy flavor. This easy-to-make salad is packed with vitamins and natural fiber, perfect as a light snack or versatile side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 3 cups fresh carrots, peeled and shredded or julienned
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (optional)
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (natural)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Wash, peel, and finely shred or julienne your fresh carrots to create a perfect bite-sized crunchy base for the salad.
- Make the Apple Cider Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar (natural), olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and honey (natural) until smooth and tangy.
- Toss the Salad: Place the shredded carrots in a large bowl, pour the dressing over them, then sprinkle salt, pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently to coat each carrot evenly.
- Add Crunch with Seeds: Sprinkle sunflower seeds on top for added texture and nutty flavor to finish the salad beautifully.
Notes
- Use the freshest carrots possible for crunchier and sweeter results.
- Adjust the dressing’s acidity by adding more honey (natural) or lemon juice if needed.
- Let the salad rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- You may add a small amount of natural gelling agent to the dressing for a thicker texture.
- Serve chilled for the best crispness and refreshing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: raw carrot salad, apple cider dressing, healthy salad, crunchy salad, gluten free appetizer, fresh salad