Description
This Carrot Ribbon Salad with Toasted Nuts is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines sweet carrot ribbons with crunchy toasted nuts. Perfect as a side or light lunch, it’s sure to impress with its colorful presentation and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
- Fresh carrots
- Toasted walnuts or pecans (or substitute with almonds or hazelnuts)
- Fresh parsley or mint (or basil as an alternative)
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Honey
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Feta cheese
- Optional: Dried cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Start by washing and peeling the carrots. Using a vegetable peeler, slice the carrots into thin ribbons. You can also use a mandoline for more consistent ribbons.
- Toast the Nuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, add your choice of nuts. Toast them for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until they’re golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning!
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the carrot ribbons, toasted nuts, and chopped herbs. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss everything gently until the carrots are well coated.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. If you’re adding feta or dried cranberries, sprinkle them on top just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For a more elegant presentation, aim for uniform ribbons. You can prepare the carrot ribbons and toast the nuts ahead of time. If the dressing is too tangy, add more honey or a splash of maple syrup for sweetness.