Indian Style Carrot Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Indian-style carrot salad, ready in minutes! This easy recipe from Madhur Jaffrey's iconic "Indian Cookery" is the perfect side dish – bursting with flavor and ideal for pairing with almost any Indian meal or as a light lunch. Get ready to experience a delightful blend of sweet carrots, tangy lemon, and fragrant mustard seeds!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 119.2 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Indian Style Carrot Salad

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How to Make Indian Style Carrot Salad

  1. Soak 1/2 cup sultanas (raisins) in warm water for 2-3 hours, or until plump.
  2. Grate 1 kg carrots and place them in a large bowl.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon salt to the grated carrots and mix well.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds.
  5. When the mustard seeds begin to pop (about 30 seconds), immediately pour the hot oil and seeds over the grated carrots.
  6. Add the drained sultanas and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

4g

Carbs

4g