Sunny Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Sunny Carrot Salad, a zesty and refreshing side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Featuring crisp shredded carrots, a citrusy dressing made with fresh orange zest, orange juice, and lemon juice, and a medley of textures from toasted sunflower seeds, plump raisins, and fragrant parsley, this recipe is a true celebration of flavor. Sweetened with a touch of honey and balanced with a hint of black pepper, this no-cook salad is perfect for busy days, taking just 15 minutes to prepare. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this versatile dish is an excellent addition to summer picnics or holiday spreads, packed with antioxidants and a sunny burst of flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons raisins
Instructions
Peel the carrots and shred them using a medium or large box grater. Alternatively, use a food processor with a shredding attachment for a quicker option.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, chopped fresh parsley, toasted sunflower seeds, and raisins.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 494 mg | 11% | |
*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.
