Dairy-Free Grated Carrot Salad
Bright, fresh, and naturally sweet, this **Dairy-Free Grated Carrot Salad** is a quick and wholesome dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. Featuring crisp grated carrots, plump raisins, and a burst of herbaceous flavor from fresh parsley and green onions, this salad is elevated by a tangy-sweet dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of maple syrup. Perfect as a vibrant side dish or a light, refreshing main, this recipe is not only dairy-free but also packed with nutrients and crowd-pleasing flavors. Whether you're looking for a healthy addition to your meal prep or a colorful dish for a potluck, this easy carrot salad fits the bill.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 stalks green onion
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated carrots into a large bowl.
Add the raisins to the grated carrots in the bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and slice the green onion thinly, including the white and green parts. Add both to the bowl with the carrots and raisins.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Serve the salad as a side dish or enjoy it as a light, refreshing meal on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1399 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1686 mg | 36% | |
*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.
