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Carrot Salad
5 from 63 votes

Carrot Salad

Carrot Salad is made from freshly grated carrots tossed with lemon juice, olive oil, finely chopped parsley, and optional cranberries. The result is a bright, slightly tangy salad with a soft texture from the carrots and a subtle sweetness if cranberries are included. This salad works well as a light side dish or fresh accompaniment to various meals.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 120 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 4 carrot peeled and cut into 3-inch lengths
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons parsley finely chopped
  • cranberries a handful and optional
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Grate the carrots by pushing them lengthwise along the grater teeth. Or if you have a food processor use the finest shredder attachment. 
  2. Toss the grated carrots with lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, cranberries, salt, and pepper. Taste the carrots and adjust the seasoning according to your taste buds.

Notes

  • Try adding chopped pistachios for crunch, ensuring pieces are not too small to maintain texture.
  • Toasted pine nuts are a good alternative nut addition for added flavor and crunch.
  • Raisins can replace cranberries if preferred, pairing well with toasted pine nuts if included.
  • Use good-quality French red wine vinegar in place of lemon juice to alter acidity and flavor.
  • Dijon mustard can substitute lemon juice, but increase gradually to balance its strong taste without overpowering the salad.

Nutrition Information

Calories 120kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 44mg (2%) Potassium 211mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 10445IU (209%) Vitamin C 10.5mg (12%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120

% Daily Value*

Calories 120kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 44mg 2%
Potassium 211mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 10445IU 209%
Vitamin C 10.5mg 12%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.