Carrot-Ginger Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Carrot-Ginger Salad
20 min.
10
115kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant, refreshing side dish that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes your body? Look no further than this delightful Carrot-Ginger Salad! Bursting with flavors and textures, this salad is a fantastic way to enjoy the sweetness of fresh carrots and the aromatic zing of ginger. Perfectly suited for just about any occasion, it makes an excellent starter or a light snack that will impress your guests.

This vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dish packs a nutritious punch while being incredibly easy to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a salad that serves 10, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or even a quick weeknight meal. With the crunchy goodness of slivered almonds and chewy dried cranberries and golden raisins, you’ll find each bite to be a delightful experience. Plus, the zesty dressing made with rice vinegar, canola oil, and freshly grated ginger ties all the flavors together beautifully.

Chill it for half an hour before serving, and you'll be rewarded with a cool, refreshing dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. So, grab your grater and get ready to savor the harmonious blend of flavors with this Carrot-Ginger Salad — a delicious and healthful addition to your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup canola oil 
  • pound carrots shredded ( 5 medium carrots)
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • tablespoons ginger freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup golden raisins 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • 0.5 cup slivered almonds 
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place almonds in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until light golden, 7 to 10 minutes.
  2. Pour into a bowl and let cool. Put raisins and cranberries in a small bowl, cover with boiling water and allow to steep for 15 minutes.
  3. Drain.
  4. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with carrots.
  5. Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients.
  6. Add to bowl with carrot mixture and toss to evenly coat vegetables with dressing. Cover and chill for 30 minutes. Just before serving, toss in almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories115kcal
Protein6.1%
Fat38.08%
Carbs55.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.26
Glycemic Load
4.92
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
8.9095651922019%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:114.69kcal
5.73%
Fat:5.16g
7.94%
Saturated Fat:0.41g
2.53%
Carbohydrates:17.01g
5.67%
Net Carbohydrates:14.4g
5.24%
Sugar:11.5g
12.78%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:498.03mg
21.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.86g
3.72%
Vitamin A:7583.71IU
151.67%
Vitamin E:2.22mg
14.78%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.44%
Fiber:2.61g
10.45%
Vitamin K:8.71µg
8.3%
Potassium:249.62mg
7.13%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.13%
Magnesium:23.69mg
5.92%
Copper:0.11mg
5.59%
Phosphorus:51.68mg
5.17%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.92%
Vitamin B3:0.77mg
3.85%
Vitamin C:3.01mg
3.65%
Calcium:35.41mg
3.54%
Iron:0.52mg
2.87%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.86%
Folate:11.43µg
2.86%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.1%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.77%
Source:My Recipes