Fresh Carrot Citrus Salad (Printable version)

A crisp blend of grated carrots, spring onions, herbs, and citrus dressing for a refreshing side or light lunch.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 5 medium carrots, peeled and grated

02 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

06 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

08 - ½ teaspoon sea salt

09 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

10 - ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries

11 - ¼ cup toasted sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts

01 - In a large bowl, mix grated carrots, sliced spring onions, and chopped parsley until evenly distributed.

02 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.

03 - Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients.

04 - If desired, gently fold in raisins or cranberries and toasted sunflower seeds or walnuts for added texture and flavor.

05 - Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes to enhance flavor melding. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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This salad feels like a bright little secret you can whip up in minutes to impress without stress
The balance of sweet, tangy, and crunchy textures makes every bite a happy dance

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Freshly grated carrots release more juice, making the dressing cling better and the salad more vibrant
Letting the salad rest really softens the edges and deepens the flavor, a step that often trips people up

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Grate carrots freshly each time to retain that perfect crunch and freshness
The mustard not only adds flavor but helps the dressing stay emulsified and creamy