Carrot Spritz Salad
Bright, zesty, and delightfully crunchy, this Carrot Spritz Salad is a refreshing twist on your everyday side dish. Highlighting simple yet vibrant ingredients, this salad combines sweet carrot ribbons and juicy orange segments with a tangy dressing made from olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey. A sprinkle of lemon zest and fresh parsley adds a burst of citrusy freshness, while roasted sunflower seeds deliver a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with immune-boosting nutrients, this no-cook recipe is perfect for quick lunches, dinner pairings, or as a light appetizer. Serve it fresh or allow the flavors to meld for a few extra minutes—either way, it’s a delicious celebration of wholesome ingredients!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 1 large orange
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, shave the carrots into thin ribbons and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Zest the lemon and set aside 1 teaspoon of zest.
Step 3
Peel the orange and segment it into slices, removing any seeds. Add the orange segments to the carrot ribbons.
Step 4
Chop the parsley finely and sprinkle it over the carrot and orange mixture.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the carrots and oranges, tossing gently to coat evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the roasted sunflower seeds on top for added crunch and texture.
Step 8
Serve immediately or let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (504.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 571.5 |
| Total Fat 37.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1375.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.8g | |
| Protein 7.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 185.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1317.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories