Description
A refreshing and crunchy carrot salad with a tangy honey lime dressing, perfect for quick meals or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 to 6 medium carrots
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- zest and juice of 1 large lime (or 2 small limes)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- a pinch of salt
- black pepper (optional)
- sliced almonds, sesame seeds, or chopped peanuts (for crunch)
- fresh herbs (cilantro or mint, optional)
Instructions
- Wash and peel your carrots.
- Use the peeler to shave long ribbons, rotating the carrot as you go.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons and toss gently.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Top with your choice of nuts or seeds and herbs, if desired.
Notes
For maximum crunch, store the ribbons and dressing separately and mix just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
