Description
This French Grated Carrot Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor. The combination of sweet carrots, zesty lemon, and tangy Dijon mustard makes for a perfect addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Carrot Salad:
- 4 cups carrots, peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, chopped parsley, and sliced green onions.
- Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the vinaigrette over the carrot mixture and toss until well coated.
- Rest and Serve: Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add toasted walnuts or sunflower seeds.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
