Vegan Grated Carrot Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Vegan Grated Carrot Salad is a quick and healthy side dish bursting with flavor and texture. Made with finely shredded carrots, sweet bursts of raisins, crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds, and aromatic fresh parsley, this salad is elevated by a zesty lemon-tahini dressing balanced with a touch of maple syrup. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this nutritious recipe is perfect for meal prep, picnics, or a light lunch. A delightful combination of sweet, savory, and tangy, this gluten-free and plant-based dish will quickly become a staple on your dining table.
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Ingredients
- 4 large carrots
- 0.5 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 1 medium, juiced lemon
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Using a box grater, grate the carrots into fine shreds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the grated carrots.
Step 3
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until they start to pop and become golden brown. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly before adding to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Add the raisins to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, tahini, extra virgin olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the grated carrot mixture. Toss everything together gently until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 7
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (570.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1087.8 |
| Total Fat 65.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1458.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 121.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 81.3g | |
| Protein 24.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2537.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10721.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2255.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories