Carrot Ginger Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Carrot Ginger Salad is a refreshing side dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring freshly shredded carrots, a zing of grated ginger, and a tangy-sweet dressing made with rice vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, and honey, this salad is a perfect balance of savory and lightly sweet notes. Toasted sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro add a nutty crunch and herbaceous freshness, making each bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ideal quick salad for busy weeknights, potlucks, or as a light and healthy meal prep option. Enjoy it fresh or let it chill for extra flavor infusion—either way, this salad is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and trim the carrots. Using a box grater or food processor with a shredding attachment, shred the carrots and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Peel the fresh ginger and finely grate it. Add it to the bowl with the carrots.
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and toss until well coated.
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it along with the toasted sesame seeds to the salad. Gently toss to combine.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Toss again before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1577 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 970 mg | 21% | |
*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.
