Heart-Healthy Karottensalat
Brighten up your meals with this refreshing and flavorful Heart-Healthy Karottensalat! This German-inspired carrot salad is a perfect fusion of vibrant, grated carrots, a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, and the subtle sweetness of honey. Packed with nutrients, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and showcases fresh ingredients like parsley and green onions for a burst of color and flavor. The tangy twist of apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard elevates the dish, making it a delightful, low-calorie side perfect for any occasion. Serve this nutritious salad chilled or at room temperature for a heart-healthy addition to your menu that’s ideal for summer barbecues, weekday lunches, or as a complement to hearty mains.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor with a grating disc. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey to form the dressing.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh parsley and slice the green onions thinly.
Step 4
Add the parsley and green onions to the grated carrots.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture, then add the salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Toss the salad gently until the carrots are well coated with the dressing.
Step 7
Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (392.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 403.5 |
| Total Fat 29.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1488.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.8g | |
| Protein 3.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 125.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1043.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories