Cooked Carrot Salad

Transform simple carrots into a vibrant and flavorful side dish with this Cooked Carrot Salad. Tender carrot slices are perfectly cooked to maintain their bite, then tossed in a zesty dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of honey for sweetness. The addition of earthy cumin, smoky paprika, and freshly chopped parsley adds layers of aromatic depth, while garlic and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds elevate the dish with bold flavor and crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and colorful salad is perfect served at room temperature or chilled, making it a versatile option for a light appetizer, a refreshing side dish, or even part of a mezze spread. Perfectly balancing sweetness and spice, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Try to keep the slices uniform in size to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil, then add a pinch of salt. Add the carrot slices and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender but not falling apart. Drain and set them aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mince the garlic clove.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked and slightly cooled carrots to a mixing bowl. Add the dressing, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Gently toss everything together to coat the carrots evenly without breaking them.

Step 6

Allow the salad to sit for at least 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld. This step can also be done ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.

Step 7

Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad for added crunch and a nutty flavor.

Step 8

Serve the cooked carrot salad at room temperature or slightly chilled as a side dish or a light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(554.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	512.3

Total Fat 31.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1536.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.7mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1764.4mg	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: 52.3%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 43.0%