Carrot Salad with Lime and Cilantro

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
4%
Carrot Salad with Lime and Cilantro
45 min.
4
36kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant side dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with health benefits? Look no further than this Carrot Salad with Lime and Cilantro! Perfectly suited for a variety of dietary preferences, this salad is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a simple weeknight meal.

The star of this dish is the humble carrot, finely shredded to create a delightful texture that pairs beautifully with the zesty lime juice and fragrant cilantro. The bright flavors of lime and the fresh herbaceous notes of cilantro elevate the natural sweetness of the carrots, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a handful of ingredients, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, serving as a perfect accompaniment to any main course or as a light snack on its own.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this colorful dish that serves four, with each serving containing only 36 calories! Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, looking for a healthy addition to your lunch, or simply craving a refreshing snack, this Carrot Salad with Lime and Cilantro is sure to impress. So grab your bowl and get ready to enjoy a burst of flavor that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • medium carrots 
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.1 teaspoon lime zest fresh finely grated
  • teaspoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Finely shred carrots and in a bowl toss together with remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Serve salad garnished with cilantro.
  3. Each serving about 42 calories and 1 gram fat.
  4. Gourmet

Nutrition Facts

Calories36kcal
Protein6.12%
Fat29.78%
Carbs64.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.71
Glycemic Load
1.94
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
7.1221739251329%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:35.98kcal
1.8%
Fat:1.28g
1.96%
Saturated Fat:0.19g
1.2%
Carbohydrates:6.18g
2.06%
Net Carbohydrates:4.44g
1.62%
Sugar:2.96g
3.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:42.3mg
1.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.59g
1.18%
Vitamin A:10212.81IU
204.26%
Vitamin K:11.07µg
10.55%
Fiber:1.73g
6.93%
Vitamin C:4.82mg
5.85%
Potassium:201.21mg
5.75%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.46%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.3%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.4%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.04%
Folate:12.16µg
3.04%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.76%
Phosphorus:22.03mg
2.2%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.14%
Calcium:20.88mg
2.09%
Magnesium:7.7mg
1.93%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.73%
Copper:0.03mg
1.46%
Iron:0.19mg
1.07%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious
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