Description
Spring Carrot Salad is a light and refreshing salad made with thinly sliced carrots, fresh herbs, and a zesty citrus dressing. It’s perfect for springtime gatherings or as a healthy side dish to complement any meal. The natural sweetness of the carrots is enhanced by the tangy dressing, making this salad both vibrant and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon toasted sunflower seeds or almonds (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced carrots, chopped parsley, and chopped mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds or almonds, if desired, for added crunch.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.
Notes
- You can substitute the parsley and mint with other herbs like basil or cilantro for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer a tangier dressing, add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar or Dijon mustard.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of salad
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg