Carrot and Cheese Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and tangy Carrot and Cheese Salad, a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This refreshing salad combines the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots with the creamy richness of shredded cheddar cheese, all brought together by a zesty homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a hint of honey. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, this dish strikes a perfect balance of flavors, while optional fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal freshness. Whether served as a light side dish, a complement to your favorite entrée, or even a quick snack, this no-cook recipe is a delicious way to highlight simple, wholesome ingredients. Make it ahead and chill for a refreshing treat that’s perfect for every season!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

3 medium Carrots
1 cup (shredded) Cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 teaspoon Honey
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots. Grate them using the large holes of a box grater and transfer to a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl with the carrots.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the carrot and cheese mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add a touch more lemon juice for tanginess or honey for sweetness.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving for a cooler, more refreshing salad.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(407.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	911.7

Total Fat 66.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 138.8mg	0%
Sodium 1779.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 25.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 551.2mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 1053.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.5%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 22.1%