Crunchy Raw Carrot Salad to Boost Gut Health and Flavor

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This vibrant Raw Carrot Salad is a quick, nutrient-packed dish that combines tangy sweetness with gut health benefits.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Global

Calories: 140

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 medium Carrots Shaved into thin ribbons
1 clove Garlic Grated
0.25 cup Cilantro Chopped
2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced
2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Toasted for flavor

For the Dressing

2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Toasted for depth
3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Replace with apple cider vinegar if desired
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey
1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh is preferred
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
1 pinch Sea Salt

Optional Add-ons

1-2 teaspoons Chili Onion Crunch Adjust based on heat preference

Equipment

Vegetable peeler
Mixing Bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep Carrots: Use a vegetable peeler to shave carrots into thin ribbons, maintaining even strands.
Mix Dressing: Combine garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup, lime juice, soy sauce, and sea salt in a bowl. Whisk until emulsified.
Combine Ingredients: Add carrot ribbons to the dressing, add cilantro, sesame seeds, and green onions. Toss gently.
Add Heat: If desired, drizzle with chili onion crunch and toss briefly to incorporate spice.
Serve: Enjoy immediately or let chill for 10 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow the salad to sit before serving to enhance the flavors.

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