Marinated Carrot Salad with Ginger Sesame Oil

Brighten your table with the irresistible flavors of Marinated Carrot Salad with Ginger Sesame Oil, a refreshing and healthy dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This vibrant salad features crisp matchstick-cut carrots marinated in a zesty dressing of nutty sesame oil, tangy rice vinegar, and the warm spice of fresh ginger, accented by a touch of soy sauce and honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist). Topped with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, this dish delivers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Ideal as a light side dish or a quick snack, this no-cook recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile, crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 1 teaspoon (grated) fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks (finely sliced) green onion
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into thin matchstick strips using a julienne peeler, mandoline, or sharp knife. Alternatively, you can shred them using a box grater for a finer texture.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is well blended.

Step 3

Place the prepared carrots in a large mixing bowl and pour the dressing over them. Toss thoroughly to ensure the carrots are evenly coated.

Step 4

Allow the carrots to marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.

Step 5

Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and finely sliced green onions over the top for garnish.

Step 6

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy this light and tangy salad as a side dish or a refreshing snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(385.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	438.2

Total Fat 32.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1354.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.1g
Protein 5.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 183.2mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 1035.3mg	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: 63.1%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 31.8%