Description
A delightful carrot salad with a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and earthy notes, great for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups grated carrots (about 4–5 medium carrots)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or mint)
Instructions
- Add the grated carrots to a large bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- If using, add the chopped herbs and mix well.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra freshness, use firm, sweet carrots. Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: carrot salad, fresh salad, vegetarian, side dish, healthy recipe, simple salad