Carrot Salsa Salad Side Dish Recipe

This vibrant Carrot Salsa Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic, designed to complement spicy BBQ dishes like Rachel Ray's pork chops! It's less sweet than traditional carrot salads, offering incredible versatility. Serve it chilled as a zesty salsa topping for grilled meats, a cool summer salad, or even warm it up as a unique side dish. Its bright flavors and satisfying crunch will elevate any barbecue! Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 378.5 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Carrot Salsa Salad Side Dish

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How to Make Carrot Salsa Salad Side Dish

  1. Microwave 1 pound of carrots until tender (approximately 5-7 minutes, depending on your microwave).
  2. Finely chop 1/2 medium red onion and 1/2 green bell pepper.
  3. For salsa: Dice the cooked carrots into bite-sized pieces.
  4. For salad or side dish: Leave the cooked carrots whole or cut into larger pieces.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add the chopped red onion, green bell pepper, and cooked carrots (diced or whole, depending on your preference) to the bowl. Gently toss to combine.
  7. Gently smash 1 pint of grape tomatoes over the bowl, releasing their juices.
  8. For salsa or salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. For side dish: Heat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until warmed through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

21g

Carbs

7g