Description
A fresh and vibrant raw carrot salad featuring grated carrots tossed in a tangy lemon and honey dressing, garnished with fresh parsley. This quick and easy salad is perfect for a healthy side dish or a light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots, grated
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Grate the Carrots: Grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor and place the grated carrots into a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt until well combined to create a tangy and slightly sweet dressing.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the grated carrots in the large bowl.
- Toss the Salad: Toss the carrots and dressing thoroughly until the carrots are evenly coated with the dressing for balanced flavor throughout the salad.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the salad for a burst of color and fresh herb flavor and serve immediately or chilled.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add toasted nuts or seeds such as sunflower seeds or slivered almonds.
- Adjust the amount of honey to control the sweetness according to your preference.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice to enhance the bright citrus flavor.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, though it is best fresh.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
