Low Fat Shredded Carrot Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Low Fat Shredded Carrot Salad is the perfect healthy side dish for any meal. Featuring freshly grated carrots, a hint of zesty lemon juice, sweet honey, and the crunch of sunflower seeds, this salad strikes the ideal balance between sweet, tangy, and savory. With just one tablespoon of olive oil, it's a low-fat, nutrient-packed option that comes together in only 15 minutes—no cooking required! Tossed with a handful of fresh parsley for an herby finish, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Pair it with grilled dishes or enjoy it on its own for a quick and wholesome snack. Perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts and anyone looking to incorporate more veggies into their diet!
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Ingredients
- 5 large Carrots
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Use a box grater to shred the carrots into thin strips. Alternatively, use a food processor with a shredding attachment for quicker results.
Step 2
Finely chop the fresh parsley. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and the honey is fully dissolved.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, chopped parsley, and sunflower seeds.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss everything together until the carrots are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 6
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve the salad as a light side dish or as a healthy addition to your main meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (477.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 422.5 |
| Total Fat 24.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1448.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.7g | |
| Protein 8.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 179.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1610.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories