Slightly Different Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful "Slightly Different Carrot Salad," a refreshing twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for a quick side dish or a light, healthy lunch, this recipe combines freshly grated carrots with the bold flavors of chopped parsley, mint, and juicy golden raisins. A zesty dressing made with orange and lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and a hint of cumin brings this salad to life, while optional toasted slivered almonds add a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this easy carrot salad is a burst of color and nutrition that’s great for any occasion. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to let the flavors shine. Ideal for those seeking unique, wholesome, and quick salad ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Carrots
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh mint leaves
- 0.33 cup Golden raisins
- 0.25 cup (toasted) Slivered almonds (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
Instructions
Wash, peel, and trim the ends of the carrots.
Grate the carrots using a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves. Add them to the bowl with the grated carrots.
Add the golden raisins to the bowl. If using slivered almonds, toast them lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant, then add them to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy this unique twist on a classic carrot salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 299 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 10% | |
*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.
