Sweet Carrot and Coconut Salad
Brighten up your table with this Sweet Carrot and Coconut Salad—a refreshing and vibrant dish bursting with natural sweetness and tropical flair! Shredded fresh carrots are delicately tossed with shredded unsweetened coconut, drizzled in a zesty lime and honey dressing, and finished with the aromatic touch of fresh mint and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this easy salad is the perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and tang. Ideal as a side dish or a light snack, it’s a wholesome, nutrient-rich option that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free. Bring this colorful salad to life for a burst of freshness at any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Fresh carrots
- 0.5 cups Shredded unsweetened coconut
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. Using a box grater or food processor, shred the carrots into thin strips and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and toss well to evenly coat the carrots with the dressing.
Add the shredded unsweetened coconut to the bowl and gently mix it into the salad.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad for added aroma and freshness.
Garnish the salad with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 777 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1018 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.
