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Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad

Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad for a Vibrant Crunch

Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad is a colorful, nutritious delight perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Rainbow Carrots or any carrot variety
  • 3 stalks Scallions substitute green onions if needed
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro or parsley
  • 1/4 cup Basil or Thai basil for extra kick
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari/Soy Sauce use Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon White Miso or tahini
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha omit for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 clove Garlic minced, or use garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger fresh grated, or ground ginger
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds toasted for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a small skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast them for about 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until they turn lightly browned and fragrant. Once toasted, remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  2. Carefully wash and peel the rainbow carrots. Using a sharp knife or a food processor, julienne the carrots to create thin strips. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Mix in the chopped scallions, cilantro, and basil. Toss the vegetables gently together.
  4. In a blender, combine rice vinegar, sesame oil, Tamari, white miso, sriracha, coconut sugar, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture. Gently toss the salad to ensure every carrot strand is coated.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to deepen.
  7. Serve the salad chilled, topped with additional toasted sesame seeds and red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 7000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Dress the salad right before serving to maintain crunch.

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