French Carrot Salad
French Carrot Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines sweet, crisp carrots with tangy lemon juice and fresh parsley. This quick-to-make salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish. Bursting with flavor and color, it’s sure to impress at any gathering while being incredibly easy to whip up right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 large fresh carrots (peeled and grated)
- 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and olive oil until well combined.
- Add grated carrots and chopped parsley to the dressing; toss until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, consider mixing in dried fruits like raisins or cranberries. Experiment with different nuts for varied textures—walnuts or pecans complement this salad beautifully. Always use freshly grated carrots for the best crunch!