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Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad

A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring rainbow carrots, cucumber, and a tangy sesame dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 cups rainbow carrots, peeled and shaved into ribbons
  • 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the shaved rainbow carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the vegetables evenly.
  4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
  1. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Stick with fresh ingredients for the best flavor. For a bigger kick, add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the dressing. You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.