Description
Crisp carrot ribbons tossed in a savory sesame-ginger dressing and topped with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Salad
4 large carrots, peeled into ribbons
1 tbsp sesame seeds (black and white mix)
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
1. Peel the outer skin of the carrots. Use a peeler to shave the carrots into long, thin ribbons.
2. Optional: Soak ribbons in ice water for 10 minutes to crisp, then drain and pat dry.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and ginger.
4. Place carrot ribbons in a bowl and toss with the dressing until evenly coated.
5. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use a Y-peeler for wider, more consistent ribbons.
Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg