Description
This Fresh Carrot Ribbon Salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Made with crunchy carrots, fresh herbs, and a delightful dressing, it’s perfect for a quick meal or a fresh side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large carrots, (about 1 pound)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons chopped dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 green onion, (thinly sliced)
- Extra herbs and chopped pistachios, (for garnish)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, (or champagne vinegar)
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small clove garlic, (grated)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots. Using a vegetable peeler, shave each carrot lengthwise into long, thin ribbons. Place the ribbons in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider (or champagne) vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and grated garlic. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons and toss gently to coat.
- Add the chopped pistachios, dill, parsley, and green onion. Toss again until evenly distributed.
- Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with extra herbs and chopped pistachios. Serve, or chill for 15–30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding additional nuts or seeds.
This salad can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to develop.
Experiment with different herbs for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg