Easy Asian Carrot Salad
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5
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
152 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Vietnamese
Easy Asian Carrot Salad
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This Asian carrot salad is an excellent choice for a healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together with minimal effort. It requires no cooking, making it perfect for quick meals or as a last-minute addition to your family dinners or gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz carrot about 2 medium carrots
- 3.5 oz red bell pepper (about half a bell pepper)
- cilantro or mints or other fresh herbs, several sprigs
- toasted sesame seeds optional, or crushed roasted peanuts
For the Dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 2/3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil neutral-flavored
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- black pepper
Instructions
- Peel and julienne the carrots thinly. Dice the bell pepper into 1-inch pieces. You will have about 2 cups of julienned carrots and ⅔ cup of diced bell pepper.
- To increase the crispness and freshness, you can soak the carrots and bell pepper in a bowl of iced cold water for 5-10 minutes. In case you are not serving the salad right away, refrigerate the veggies.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, vinegar, and oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add all the ingredients for the dressing to a container or jar that can be sealed tightly, then seal and shake it well to combine the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots, red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or roasted peanuts on top if desired.
Notes
- This recipe can serve 3-4 people.
- Substitution: if you don't have rice vinegar, you can try using white wine vinegar or citrus juice.
- To make ahead: store the cut vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The dressing should be stored separately, then toss it with the vegetables when you want to serve the salad. Add fresh herbs just before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
152kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
8g
(47%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Sodium
331mg
(14%)
Potassium
235mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
10249IU
(205%)
Vitamin C
35mg
(39%)
Calcium
22mg
(2%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 152kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 235mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 10249IU | 205% |
| Vitamin C | 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3 reviews
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