Ingredients
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To create this mouth-watering Carrot Ginger Salad with Citrus Dressing, you will need the following ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 4 large carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup of red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup of toasted almonds, slivered
- 1/4 cup of raisins or dried cranberries
For the Citrus Dressing:
- 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to prepare your Carrot Ginger Salad with Citrus Dressing:
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Grate the Carrots: Using a box grater or food processor, grate the carrots into thin, even pieces.
- Shred the Red Cabbage: Finely shred the red cabbage and set aside.
- Chop Fresh Herbs: Finely chop the cilantro and mint leaves.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
- Juice the Citrus: In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice.
- Add Grated Ginger: Incorporate the freshly grated ginger into the citrus mixture.
- Sweeten the Dressing: Add honey or maple syrup to the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Whisk in Olive Oil: Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- Combine Vegetables and Herbs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, and mint.
- Add Nuts and Fruits: Toss in the toasted almonds and raisins or dried cranberries.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the citrus dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Chill: For best results, let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 3g