Description
This vibrant Carrot Salad with Citrus Miso-Ginger Dressing is fresh, zesty, and packed with flavor. Made with crisp carrot ribbons, herbs, and a tangy citrus dressing, it’s the perfect healthy side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
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Citrus Miso-Ginger Dressing
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 Tbsp. white miso paste
- 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
- 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp. honey
Carrot Salad
- 1.25 lbs. large carrots (rainbow or orange)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
- 3 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, miso paste, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and honey until smooth.
- Peel carrots and shave into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler.
- Add carrot ribbons to the bowl and toss well to coat with dressing.
- Add cilantro, mint, pomegranate arils, and sesame seeds. Toss gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately and enjoy fresh.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor.
- Toast sesame seeds for extra crunch and nuttiness.
- You can prep this salad a few hours ahead—just store in the fridge and toss before serving.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu to turn it into a full meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg