Carrot Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Brighten up your plate with this vibrant Carrot Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette—a healthy and flavor-packed side dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious! Featuring fresh, crunchy shredded carrots tossed in a zesty homemade raspberry vinaigrette made from real raspberries, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, this salad strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Enhanced with fresh parsley and optionally garnished with slivered almonds for a satisfying crunch, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a refreshing accompaniment to any meal, this gluten-free and nutrient-packed salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Keywords: Carrot Salad, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Healthy Salad Recipe, Gluten-Free, Quick and Easy.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium (peeled and shredded) Carrots
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup (optional, for garnish) Slivered almonds
Directions
Step 1
Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Place the shredded carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh raspberries, olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the raspberry vinaigrette.
Step 3
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a little more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess.
Step 4
Pour the raspberry vinaigrette over the shredded carrots and toss until the carrots are fully coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the salad and gently toss again to distribute the parsley evenly.
Step 6
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and optionally garnish with slivered almonds for added crunch and flavor.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy this vibrant and healthy carrot salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (542.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 828.9 |
| Total Fat 61.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1491.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.6g | |
| Protein 11.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 238.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1494.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories