Low Fat Carrot Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly crunchy, this Low Fat Carrot Salad is a light yet flavorful side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with shredded carrots, sweet raisins, and nutty slivered almonds, this healthy salad gets a burst of tangy goodness from its zesty lemon-honey Dijon dressing. Featuring fresh parsley for an herby kick and just a hint of olive oil, this recipe is heart-healthy, nutrient-packed, and ready in just 15 minutes. Ideal for meal prep or as a vibrant accompaniment to a main course, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors—all with minimal fat! Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a crisp and refreshing addition to your table.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 tablespoons Slivered almonds
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them using a box grater or food processor. Transfer the grated carrots to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl with the carrots.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and parsley, and toss until the salad is evenly coated.
Step 5
Add the raisins and slivered almonds to the salad, and gently mix to combine.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve the salad cold or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (415.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 676.4 |
| Total Fat 43.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 842.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.7g | |
| Protein 15.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 239.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1579.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories