Description
French Carrot Salad is a crisp, tangy, and refreshing side dish made with shredded carrots, citrus vinaigrette, and fresh herbs. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for spring or summer meals.
Ingredients
4 large carrots, peeled and shredded
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and shred the carrots using a grater or food processor.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.
3. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots.
5. Toss well to ensure all carrots are coated.
6. Add chopped parsley and chives, and toss again.
7. Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a mandoline or food processor for evenly shredded carrots.
Add a pinch of ground cumin for a warm twist.
Swap honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
Include toasted nuts or seeds for extra texture.
Garnish with edible flowers for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT0M
- Category: Salad
- Method: Toss
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg