Incredible, Simple French Carrot Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
125 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Incredible, Simple French Carrot Salad
Description
Grated carrots form the base of this salad, providing a crisp and slightly sweet vegetable texture. The finely sliced green onions add mild pungency and a subtle crunch, while chopped parsley brightens the overall flavor. The dressing is a simple vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, honey, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper, shaken together for ease.
The salad offers a balance of sweetness from the honey and carrots, acidity from the lemon juice, and a touch of heat from the mustard. It is easy to prepare and can be served immediately for a fresh crunch or allowed to sit for about 30 minutes to soften and develop a juicy consistency, somewhat like coleslaw. This makes it a versatile side dish for various meals.
Substitution options include swapping green onions for red onion or shallots, adjusting the mustard variety, or using different vinegar types in place of lemon juice. Maple syrup or sugar can replace honey if preferred, allowing personal customization.
Ingredients
- 4 carrot medium, peeled
- 2 green onion finely sliced on the diagonal, stems
- 1/4 cup parsley , finely chopped (optional)
Honey Dijon Mustard dressing
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice , fresh
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Grate the carrot use a standard box grater (or the shredder attachment of food processor). Aim for strands about 4cm/1.5" long.
- Place in a bowl with green onion and parsley.
- Shake Dressing ingredients in a jar. Pour over carrot, toss then serve.
Notes
- Allow salad to sit for about 30 minutes for a juicier texture, or serve immediately for crisp freshness.
- Green onions can be replaced with ½ red onion or 1 shallot, finely sliced.
- Dijon mustard substitutions include standard American or whole-grain mustard.
- Lemon juice can be swapped with equal amounts of white, red wine, champagne, or sherry vinegar.
- Honey alternatives include maple syrup (equal amount) or 1.5 teaspoons of sugar.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125cal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 286mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 186mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 8453IU | 169% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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