Carrot Ribbon Salad (Printer-friendly)
Delicate carrot ribbons in a zesty citrus dressing.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 large carrots, peeled
02 - 1 small cucumber
03 - 1/4 red onion
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
→ Dressing
05 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon orange juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds
12 - Zest of 1 lemon
# How to Make It:
01 - Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrots lengthwise into thin ribbons.
02 - Peel the cucumber and use the peeler to create cucumber ribbons as well.
03 - Thinly slice the red onion and chop the parsley.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - In a large bowl, combine carrot ribbons, cucumber ribbons, sliced red onion, and parsley.
06 - Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat.
07 - Transfer salad to a serving platter. Garnish with toasted sunflower seeds and lemon zest if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The ribbon technique makes simple carrots feel elegant and fancy.
- It requires zero heat which keeps your kitchen cool.
02 -
- Do not let the salad sit in the dressing for too long or it will become soggy.
- Slicing the onion very thinly is crucial so the flavor does not overwhelm the delicate vegetables.
03 -
- Use a Y shaped peeler for wider and more stable ribbons.
- Let the dressed salad sit for just two minutes to let flavors meld before eating.