Heart-Healthy Karottensalat
Brighten your plate and your heart with this "Heart-Healthy Karottensalat" – a vibrant German-inspired carrot salad that's as nutritious as it is flavorful. Packed with freshly grated carrots, the dish is elevated with a zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Chopped parsley and scallions add a burst of freshness, while Dijon mustard lends a subtle tang. This no-cook recipe is quick, taking just 15 minutes to prepare, and offers a perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and acidity. Ideal as a side dish or a light snack, this wholesome, low-calorie salad is rich in vitamins, great for supporting heart health, and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Its simplicity and nourishing ingredients make it a must-try for those seeking healthy, easy-to-prepare recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor with a grating disc. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey to form the dressing.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and slice the green onions thinly.
Add the parsley and green onions to the grated carrots.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture, then add the salt and black pepper.
Toss the salad gently until the carrots are well coated with the dressing.
Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1488 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1043 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.
