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Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad

Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad for a Crunchy Delight

The Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad brings a burst of color and health to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Rainbow Carrots Use standard carrots if unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Scallions Finely chopped; substitute with chives or green onions if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Chopped; replace with parsley if not preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Basil Chopped; omit or substitute with mint for a different taste.
For the Dressing
  • 1.5 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Toast before adding.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Use olive oil if sesame oil is unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari Provides umami flavor; ensure it's gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon White Miso Omit if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Adjust quantity based on desired spice level.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Sugar Replace with honey or agave syrup if needed.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced; fresh preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a small pan over medium heat. Add sesame seeds, and toast for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown.
  2. Wash and peel the rainbow carrots, then slice into thin julienne strips. Transfer into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add scallions, cilantro, and basil to the bowl of carrots. Toss until well mixed.
  4. In a blender, combine rice vinegar, sesame oil, Tamari, white miso, sriracha, coconut sugar, garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss thoroughly to coat the ingredients evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, toss the salad, top with toasted sesame seeds and red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep dressing separate until serving for maximum crunch.

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