Carrot Ginger Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Carrot Ginger Salad is a refreshing side dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring freshly shredded carrots, a zing of grated ginger, and a tangy-sweet dressing made with rice vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, and honey, this salad is a perfect balance of savory and lightly sweet notes. Toasted sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro add a nutty crunch and herbaceous freshness, making each bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ideal quick salad for busy weeknights, potlucks, or as a light and healthy meal prep option. Enjoy it fresh or let it chill for extra flavor infusion—either way, this salad is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel and trim the carrots. Using a box grater or food processor with a shredding attachment, shred the carrots and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Peel the fresh ginger and finely grate it. Add it to the bowl with the carrots.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and toss until well coated.
Step 5
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 6
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it along with the toasted sesame seeds to the salad. Gently toss to combine.
Step 7
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 8
Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Toss again before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (360.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 444.2 |
| Total Fat 33.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1576.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.4g | |
| Protein 5.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 103.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 969.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories