Description
This Fresh Carrot Ribbon Salad bursts with flavors from crunchy carrots, nuts, and herbs. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal or 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, then shave them lengthwise into long, thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler. Place the ribbons in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and grated garlic. Season with salt and pepper, whisking until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons, tossing gently to coat.
- Add the chopped pistachios, dill, parsley, and green onion, and toss again to combine.
- Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with extra herbs and chopped pistachios, and serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes.
Notes
For added visual appeal, you can use multi-colored carrots.
Letting the salad sit for a few minutes enhances the flavor combination.
Add some feta cheese for a creamy twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg