Dairy-Free Shredded Carrot Salad

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this Dairy-Free Shredded Carrot Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic side dish. Featuring finely shredded carrots tossed in a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing, this salad gets a touch of natural sweetness from maple syrup and raisins, while sunflower seeds add a satisfying crunch. Fragrant parsley provides a pop of herbaceous flavor, making this nutrient-packed dish the perfect addition to any table. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it's an effortless, wholesome option for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone seeking a refreshing dairy-free salad recipe. Serve it chilled for a light lunch, picnic staple, or colorful side dish that will brighten any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 large carrots
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 cup fresh parsley
0.5 cup raisins
0.25 cup sunflower seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots. Use a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment to shred the carrots into thin strands.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots with lemon juice and olive oil.

Step 3

Add maple syrup, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and toss until all ingredients are well mixed.

Step 4

Chop the fresh parsley finely and add it to the salad along with the raisins and sunflower seeds.

Step 5

Mix the salad thoroughly to ensure that the dressing evenly coats all of the ingredients.

Step 6

Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a light meal.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(512.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	874.1

Total Fat 47.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1411.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 81.3g
Protein 12.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196.1mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 2000.9mg	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: 44.9%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 49.7%