Carrot Cashew Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Carrot Cashew Salad! This effortless recipe combines sweet, crunchy shredded carrots with golden, toasted cashews and a zingy citrus-cumin dressing for a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbaceous freshness, while honey and lemon juice provide a touch of sweetness and tang. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also perfect as a light side dish or refreshing snack. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a weeknight dinner, this carrot cashew salad is a wholesome, gluten-free, and irresistibly tasty way to add a splash of color to your meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 0.5 cup Cashews
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Use a box grater or food processor to shred them into thin strips.
Step 2
Toast the cashews in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and aromatic. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
Step 3
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves into small pieces to prepare them for the salad.
Step 4
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, toasted cashews, and chopped cilantro.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the carrots and cashews are evenly coated.
Step 7
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plate and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (413.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 873.0 |
| Total Fat 71.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 788.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.3g | |
| Protein 12.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 134.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1294.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories