Description
An easy-to-master ribbon carrot salad that’s quick, healthy, and visually stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large carrots
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace and clear a counter.
- Select firm carrots, trim ends, and peel if necessary.
- Using a vegetable peeler, create long ribbons from the carrots.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot ribbons with the dressing and sesame seeds.
- Optionally, fold in fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Plate immediately and serve for best texture.
Notes
For best results, dress the salad just before serving. Ribbons can be prepared ahead but keep them dry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg