Shaved Carrot Salad (Viral Recipe)
This viral carrot ribbon salad uses rainbow carrots shaved into thin ribbons and tossed in a sesame-soy dressing. Light, crunchy, and chilled, it’s a refreshing raw salad perfect for summer sides or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 6 large rainbow carrots
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Splash of lemon or lime juice (optional)
- Sesame seeds (for topping)
- Chopped fresh chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Wash and peel the carrots, discarding the outer skin.
- 2
Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrots into long, thin ribbons. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and citrus juice if using.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the shaved carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- 5
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to blend.
- 6
Before serving, top with sesame seeds and chopped chives.
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