Simple carrot salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
49%
Simple carrot salad
25 min.
6
168kcal

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Unlock the vibrant world of flavors with this Simple Carrot Salad, a dish that beautifully marries the natural sweetness of carrots with the aromatic allure of cumin and garlic. This salad is not just a feast for the eyes but a celebration of wholesome, clean eating, making it a perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, preparing a light lunch, or simply looking for a nutritious snack, this salad serves as a versatile option that caters to various dietary preferences, being vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

What makes this recipe truly stand out is its simplicity and the ingenious combination of ingredients. The carrots, cooked to tender perfection, form the base of the salad, offering a canvas for the bold flavors of toasted cumin seeds, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey and raisins. The addition of toasted pine nuts adds a delightful crunch, while fresh coriander infuses the salad with a burst of freshness. This dish is not only a sensory delight but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins and minerals essential for a healthy diet.

Prepared in just25 minutes, this Simple Carrot Salad is an excellent choice for those who value their time in the kitchen without compromising on taste or quality. Its versatility allows it to be served as a side dish, an antipasti, a starter, or even a snack, making it suitable for various occasions. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is sure to become a staple in your home, impressing guests and family alike with its simplicity and elegance.

So, why not embark on this culinary adventure and discover the joys of creating a dish that is as nourishing as it is delicious? This Simple Carrot Salad promises a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Dive into this recipe and experience the magic of fresh, wholesome ingredients transformed into a dish that is both simple and extraordinary.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg carrots peeled
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • tsp cumin seeds toasted
  • tsp honey 
  •  juice of lemon 
  • small handful raisins 
  • small handful pinenuts toasted
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • bunch cilantro leaves roughly chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • mortar and pestle

Directions

  1. Boil the carrots whole in lightly salted water for 8-10 minutes until just tender (or steam, if you prefer).
  2. While the carrots are boiling, use a pestle and mortar to mash the garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt, then add the cumin seeds and pound a little more to combine. Stir in the honey and lemon juice.
  3. Drain the carrots, leave until cool enough to handle, then slice on the diagonal and tip into a salad bowl. Toss the dressing thoroughly with the warm carrots, scatter over the raisins and pine nuts, then drizzle with the olive oil. If you have time, allow the carrots to stand at room temperature for an hour or so, for all the flavours to come together. Just before serving, toss through the coriander.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein5.96%
Fat27.94%
Carbs66.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.48
Glycemic Load
10.61
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.14826079296%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.6mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
1.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168kcal
8.4%
Fat:5.59g
8.59%
Saturated Fat:0.75g
4.72%
Carbohydrates:29.73g
9.91%
Net Carbohydrates:22.24g
8.09%
Sugar:12.97g
14.41%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:175.97mg
7.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.68g
5.36%
Vitamin A:41864.26IU
837.29%
Vitamin K:40.08µg
38.17%
Fiber:7.48g
29.94%
Potassium:869.52mg
24.84%
Vitamin C:17.53mg
21.25%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.22%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.42%
Vitamin E:2.4mg
16.01%
Vitamin B3:2.58mg
12.88%
Folate:49.64µg
12.41%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.91%
Phosphorus:97.55mg
9.76%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.45%
Calcium:92.66mg
9.27%
Magnesium:35.28mg
8.82%
Iron:1.42mg
7.89%
Copper:0.14mg
7.08%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.03%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.47%