Marinated Carrot Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Marinated Carrot Salad
45 min.
8
114kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this delightful Marinated Carrot Salad! Bursting with color and flavor, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy addition to any meal. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or simply as a snack, it’s sure to impress your family and friends.

The star of this dish is the baby-cut carrots, which are cooked to a perfect crisp-tender texture, allowing them to retain their natural sweetness. Combined with the crunch of fresh celery, the sweetness of red bell pepper, and the zesty kick from the marinade, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors. The marinade, made from a mix of honey, cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, adds a tangy sweetness that elevates the dish to new heights.

What’s more, this salad is incredibly easy to prepare! With just a little bit of simmering and mixing, you can create a dish that can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully overnight. Whether you serve it as a side dish, antipasti, or a starter, this Marinated Carrot Salad is sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a deliciously healthy treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • cups water 
  • lb baby carrots 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • medium bell pepper red cut into bite-size pieces
  • medium stalk celery cut into 1/2-inch slices (1/2 cup)
  • 10.8 oz all natural tomato soup canned
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoon soybean oil 
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat water and carrots to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 8 to 11 minutes or just until crisp-tender; drain.
  2. In large bowl, toss carrots, onion, bell pepper and celery.
  3. In 1-quart saucepan, mix remaining ingredients.
  4. Heat to boiling.
  5. Pour over vegetables; toss gently.
  6. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories114kcal
Protein4.27%
Fat15.16%
Carbs80.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.47
Glycemic Load
8.49
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.198695649271%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.14mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:114.15kcal
5.71%
Fat:2.03g
3.12%
Saturated Fat:0.33g
2.09%
Carbohydrates:24.25g
8.08%
Net Carbohydrates:21.56g
7.84%
Sugar:18.6g
20.66%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:349.09mg
15.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.29g
2.57%
Vitamin A:8457.3IU
169.15%
Vitamin C:26.4mg
32%
Potassium:423.87mg
12.11%
Vitamin K:12.02µg
11.45%
Manganese:0.22mg
11%
Fiber:2.7g
10.79%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.76%
Folate:26.19µg
6.55%
Iron:0.92mg
5.12%
Copper:0.1mg
5.03%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.18%
Magnesium:16.12mg
4.03%
Phosphorus:37.79mg
3.78%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.48%
Calcium:32.52mg
3.25%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.2%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.11%
Selenium:2.08µg
2.97%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.95%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.81%