Carrot Salad Topper

Brighten up any salad with the vibrant flavors of this quick and easy Carrot Salad Topper! Perfectly grated carrots are tossed with fresh parsley, zesty orange, and a tangy honey-lemon dressing, creating a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Toasted sunflower seeds add a satisfying crunch, making this topping the perfect complement to leafy greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this versatile recipe is a healthy, gluten-free, and colorful addition to your meal prep lineup. Whether you're sprucing up a simple salad or adding texture and depth to your favorite dishes, this Carrot Salad Topper will quickly become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Carrots
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sunflower seeds

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated carrots into a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl with the carrots.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together orange zest, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and parsley, then toss well to ensure the carrots are evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the toasted sunflower seeds to the mixture and gently fold them in.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference).

Step 7

Serve immediately as a salad topper, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(271.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	403.5

Total Fat 28.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 733.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 8.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102.9mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 898.9mg	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: 60.9%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 31.2%