Description
A vibrant and delicious Raw Carrot Salad that’s quick to prepare and perfect as a light lunch or refreshing side dish. This salad combines crunchy carrots, tangy red onion, fresh cilantro, and a flavorful dressing of maple syrup, chili flakes, and sesame oil, garnished with sesame seeds and crushed pistachios for added texture and nuttiness.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 carrots, julienned or peeled into ribbons
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 handful cilantro, finely chopped
Dressing & Toppings
- ½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil, or avocado oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- ¼ cup pistachios, crushed
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the julienned carrots, thinly sliced red onion, and finely chopped cilantro to a jar.
- Add Dressing Components: Pour in the maple syrup, rice vinegar, chili flakes, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and crushed pistachios into the jar with the vegetables.
- Mix the Salad: Seal the jar with a lid and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Pour the salad into a serving dish and enjoy immediately. Alternatively, stir all ingredients together in a large bowl instead of shaking in a jar.
Notes
- This salad is best consumed fresh to enjoy the crisp textures and bright flavors.
- You can substitute sesame oil with avocado oil for a milder flavor.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred heat level.
- For extra crunch, toast the sesame seeds and pistachios lightly before adding.
- Great as a side dish or a light, healthy lunch.
