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Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad

Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad: Colorful Crunchy Bliss

This Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad features vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Rainbow Carrots Julienned
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Scallions
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Basil Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Sesame Oil Or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari/Soy Sauce Use Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon White Miso Substitute tahini if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Adjust for spice
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Sugar Or brown sugar
  • 1 clove Garlic Crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Fresh or ground
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mandoline or Knife
  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Toast the sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Wash and peel the rainbow carrots, then julienne them into thin strips.
  3. Add scallions, cilantro, and basil to the carrots in a mixing bowl and toss gently.
  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 salad and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for maximum flavor and crunch. Adjust the dressing to your taste and enjoy this salad chilled for the best experience.

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