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Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad featuring thinly julienned carrots tossed with fresh herbs and a savory, tangy sesame dressing. This easy-to-make salad is light, nutritious, and perfect as a side dish or a healthy snack.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1 1/2 lbs (680g) carrots, peeled and ends trimmed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil

Seeds & Nuts

  • 1 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

Dressing

  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tbsp low sodium Tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 1 tbsp mild white miso
  • 1 tsp sriracha
  • 1 tsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp finely minced fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

Instructions

  1. Toast Sesame Seeds: Heat a small pan over medium heat and add 1.5 tablespoons of sesame seeds. Toast them for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Prepare Carrots and Herbs: Wash and peel the carrots, then julienne them into thin strips. Place the julienned carrots in a large bowl and add the finely chopped scallions, cilantro, and basil. Toss everything gently to combine.
  3. Make the Dressing: Add rice vinegar, sesame oil, tamari, white miso, sriracha, coconut sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to a small blender or food processor. Blend for 15-20 seconds until smooth. If you don’t have a blender or processor, whisk the miso and tamari together until smooth, then whisk in the remaining ingredients until well combined.
  4. Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the carrot and herb mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, sprinkle with the remaining toasted sesame seeds and optionally garnish with red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, adjust the amount of sriracha or add fresh chili flakes.
  • Using a mandoline slicer can help achieve uniformly thin carrot strips.
  • Can be prepared a day ahead; flavors improve with time.
  • Substitute tamari with soy sauce if preferred, but note sodium content may vary.
  • This salad is best served chilled but can be left at room temperature for up to 30 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/shaved-rainbow-carrot-sesame-salad-recipe/