Carrot Salad with Honey and Mustard
Brighten up your table with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Carrot Salad with Honey and Mustard! Perfect as a quick side dish or light appetizer, this recipe combines crunchy shredded carrots with a tangy homemade dressing made from velvety honey, zesty Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice. A drizzle of olive oil ties it all together, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal flair. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this vibrant carrot salad is both healthy and easy to make, delivering a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness and tang in every bite. Serve it fresh or let the flavors meld in the fridge for an even deeper taste experience. Whether you're hosting guests or looking for a simple upgrade to your weekly meals, this honey-mustard carrot salad is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. Using a box grater or food processor, shred the carrots into thin strips.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and lemon juice. Whisk together until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust if needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots with the dressing. Toss gently to coat the carrots evenly.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad. Toss again to distribute the parsley.
Serve the carrot salad immediately for a fresh and crisp texture, or let it rest in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy this vibrant and zesty carrot salad as a side dish or light appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1732 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1045 mg | 22% | |
*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.
