Carrot Salad with Toasted Almonds
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Carrot Salad with Toasted Almonds – a quick and easy recipe bursting with color, crunch, and flavor! Featuring tender grated carrots, nutty toasted almonds, and a zesty dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of honey, this salad strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and aromatic cumin elevate the dish with refreshing and earthy notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a refreshing addition to your meal prep lineup. Serve it chilled for a crisp, flavor-packed bite that gets better by the day!
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Ingredients
- 4 large carrots
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Heat a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl with the carrots.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and mix well to evenly coat the carrots with the dressing.
Step 6
Add the toasted almonds to the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 7
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley or almonds if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (458.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 917.1 |
| Total Fat 76.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1391.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.7g | |
| Protein 17.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 274.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1609.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories