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Raw Carrot Salad with Apple Cider Dressing

Raw Carrot Salad with Apple Cider Dressing

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Raw Carrot Salad with Apple Cider Dressing is a fresh, vibrant, and easy-to-make salad featuring crisp shredded carrots tossed in a tangy, zesty apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a wholesome snack, it combines natural sweetness with a bright acidic kick, enhanced by fresh herbs and optional crunchy nuts or seeds for texture.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 4 large fresh carrots, washed, peeled, and finely shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons toasted nuts or seeds (optional)

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons natural apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey (natural) or maple syrup (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Carrots: Wash and peel your fresh carrots. Using a grater or food processor, shred the carrots finely to create that signature crisp texture.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together natural apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey or maple syrup (natural), fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
  3. Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and toss gently to ensure every strand is evenly coated. This brings all the flavors together beautifully.
  4. Add Fresh Herbs and Extras: Stir in chopped fresh parsley or cilantro along with any optional toasted nuts or seeds for added texture and flavor complexity.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm carrots for the best texture and vibrant flavor.
  • Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness or acidity to your preference.
  • Finely shredded carrots absorb the dressing better and provide a consistent texture.
  • Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
  • Add crunchy nuts or seeds right before serving to keep them crispy.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: raw carrot salad, apple cider dressing, fresh salad, healthy snack, vegan salad, gluten free

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