Ginger Carrot and Daikon Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with refreshing crunch, the Ginger Carrot and Daikon Salad is a quick and flavorful side dish that brings together the vibrant colors and crisp textures of carrots and daikon radish. Tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing made with rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and freshly grated ginger, this salad is elevated with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a finishing touch. Perfect as a light accompaniment to Asian-inspired meals or a palate-cleanser between hearty dishes, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and is as easy to prepare as it is to fall in love with. Whether you serve it immediately for its fresh flavors or let it marinate for a deeper umami profile, this versatile salad is a delicious and healthy addition to any table.
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Ingredients
- 3 medium Carrots
- 1 medium Daikon radish
- 1 tablespoon, grated Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 1 stalk, thinly sliced Green onion
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the carrots and daikon radish, then julienne them into thin matchstick-sized pieces. Alternatively, use a mandoline slicer for consistent thickness.
Step 2
Place the julienned carrots and daikon in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper until fully combined to create the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the carrots and daikon, tossing gently to ensure all the pieces are coated evenly.
Step 5
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Sprinkle the sesame seeds and finely sliced green onion over the salad as garnish.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a more marinated flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (184.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 214.6 |
| Total Fat 18.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g | |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1548.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.0g | |
| Protein 2.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 43.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 334.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories