Grated Carrots with Cumin-Orange Dressing

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Grated Carrots with Cumin-Orange Dressing
45 min.
6
62kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that will elevate your meals? Look no further than our Grated Carrots with Cumin-Orange Dressing! This delightful recipe is not only vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also bursts with flavor and nutrition. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create a dish that is both satisfying and healthy.

The star of this recipe is the humble carrot, which is transformed into a colorful salad that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Grated carrots provide a natural sweetness and a satisfying crunch, while the addition of golden raisins adds a delightful chewiness that complements the carrots perfectly. The cumin, toasted to perfection, infuses the dish with a warm, earthy aroma that will tantalize your taste buds.

What truly sets this dish apart is the zesty dressing made from fresh orange juice and lemon juice, which brightens the flavors and adds a refreshing citrus note. Tossed with fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley, this salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side to your favorite main courses.

Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with only 62 calories per serving, this Grated Carrots with Cumin-Orange Dressing is the perfect addition to any meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a healthy side dish for your weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • cups carrots grated
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup golden raisins 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Place cumin in a small skillet. Cook over medium heat 2 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring frequently.
  2. Combine cumin and remaining ingredients in a bowl. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories62kcal
Protein5.54%
Fat21.44%
Carbs73.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.42
Glycemic Load
5.08
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
8.5499999600908%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.14mg
Hesperetin
1.38mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Apigenin
1.44mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
0.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.53kcal
3.08%
Fat:1.58g
2.43%
Saturated Fat:0.22g
1.38%
Carbohydrates:12.11g
4.04%
Net Carbohydrates:10.01g
3.64%
Sugar:7.4g
8.22%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:142.6mg
6.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.92g
1.84%
Vitamin A:10771.77IU
215.44%
Vitamin K:20.62µg
19.64%
Vitamin C:10.1mg
12.25%
Fiber:2.1g
8.4%
Potassium:276.5mg
7.9%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.94%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.69%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.27%
Folate:16.46µg
4.12%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.76%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.51%
Phosphorus:32.24mg
3.22%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.11%
Magnesium:11.84mg
2.96%
Copper:0.06mg
2.88%
Calcium:28mg
2.8%
Iron:0.48mg
2.67%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.06%
Zinc:0.19mg
1.29%
Source:My Recipes