Asian Raw Carrot Salad Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Asian raw carrot salad featuring shaved carrot ribbons tossed in a tangy and slightly spicy dressing with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and chili flakes, garnished with toasted sesame seeds, fresh herbs, and crunchy nuts for an easy, healthy side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 4 medium carrots, shaved into ribbons
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2.5 tablespoons olive oil
- A splash of lime or lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Thinly sliced scallions
- Fresh herbs (such as mint, cilantro, Thai basil)
- Crushed peanuts or toasted cashews
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Wash and peel the carrots. Using a vegetable peeler or mandolin, shave them into thin, wide ribbons and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, chili flakes, olive oil, lime or lemon juice, and salt. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed to balance sweetness and acidity.
- Toss and Combine: Pour the dressing over the shaved carrots and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ribbons evenly. Let the salad sit for 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced scallions, fresh herbs, and crushed peanuts or toasted cashews over the salad before serving for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative to honey.
- Adjust chili flakes based on desired spice level.
- Letting the salad rest briefly helps deepen the flavors, but it can be served immediately as well.
- Add extra fresh herbs for more aromatic flair.
Keywords: Asian carrot salad, raw carrot salad, vegan salad, gluten free salad, healthy side dish, carrot ribbons, no cook salad
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