Description
A light and refreshing spring carrot salad made with shredded carrots, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a healthy side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, chopped parsley, and chopped mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup (if using), salt, pepper, and cumin until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- For extra crunch, add some toasted nuts like almonds or sunflower seeds.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, increase the honey or maple syrup to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: spring carrot salad, carrot mint salad, fresh carrot salad, healthy spring salad, lemon carrot salad