Who said great salads had to be complicated? This unconventional, French-inspired salad combines sweet honey with savory carrots for a fresh summer dish that’s perfect for picnics, barbecues or the beach. Enjoy on its own or serve with baked hummus chicken or sweet and spicy grilled chicken.
Summer Carrot Salad with Golden Turmeric Dressing
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 187 kcal
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. raw honey use maple syrup to make this vegan
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. turmeric powder
- 1 tsp. cayenne powder
- Himalayan sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Chop carrots into thin slices — the thinner the better. Tip: You can also use a spiralizer, box grater or mandolin to make this easier. Transfer to large salad bowl.
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Slice stem part of the cilantro off. Fold leaves into bundle and finely chop.
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Add half the cilantro and all of the raisins into the bowl with the carrots and mix thoroughly.
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In small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients.
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Pour dressing over salad and mix thoroughly.
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Top with remaining cilantro and a drizzle of tahini. Chopped pistachios are a great addition as well.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Summer Carrot Salad with Golden Turmeric Dressing
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 187
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 59mg2%
Potassium 417mg12%
Carbohydrates 26g9%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 13285IU266%
Vitamin C 9.2mg11%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.