Soy-Free Shredded Carrot Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Soy-Free Shredded Carrot Salad is the ultimate side dish for any occasion. Featuring crisp carrots shredded to perfection, this simple yet satisfying recipe is elevated with a tangy homemade dressing made from fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and a hint of ground cumin. Raisins add a touch of natural sweetness, while freshly chopped parsley brings vibrant color and herby depth. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy salad is gluten-free, soy-free, and ideal for meal prepping or serving at gatherings. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature as a zesty complement to grilled proteins or as a light stand-alone dish. Perfect keywords: soy-free salad recipe, shredded carrot salad, healthy side dish, quick prep salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. Using a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment, shred the carrots into thin strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded carrots, raisins, and chopped parsley.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1396 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.9 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1650 mg | 35% | |
*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.
