The Easiest Ever Carrot Sesame Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, "The Easiest Ever Carrot Sesame Salad" is a 15-minute side dish that will elevate your meal with minimal effort. Made with crunchy shredded carrots, aromatic toasted sesame seeds, and a zesty homemade dressing infused with rice vinegar, honey, and soy sauce, this salad is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Fresh cilantro adds a vibrant herbal note, while a hint of ground ginger ties it all together with a subtle warmth. Quick to prepare and requiring no cooking, this carrot salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, gluten-free, and loaded with vibrant colors. Ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or picnics, it’s a refreshing addition to any table.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by peeling the carrots and shredding them using a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment. Transfer the shredded carrots to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Toast the sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl with the shredded carrots.
Step 4
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and cilantro, then toss everything together until the carrots are evenly coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad and gently mix to incorporate.
Step 7
Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (346.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 493.1 |
| Total Fat 38.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 990.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.4g | |
| Protein 6.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 108.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 977.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories