Description
This Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad bursts with vibrant flavors and colors, making it a perfect light dish or refreshing side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs rainbow carrots
- 0.25 cup scallions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1.5 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1.5 tbsp low sodium Tamari
- 1 tbsp mild white miso
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 1 tsp coconut sugar
- 1 tsp fresh garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Toast the sesame seeds in a small pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant.
- Wash and peel the carrots, then julienne them into thin strips. In a large bowl, combine with scallions, cilantro, and basil.
- In a blender or food processor, add rice vinegar, sesame oil, Tamari, white miso, sriracha, coconut sugar, garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture, tossing gently to coat well.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving, topped with toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
- Choose vibrant rainbow carrots for a stunning presentation.
- Add sriracha to taste for heat.
- Use roasted garlic for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad, Rainbow Carrots, Vegan Salad