Ingredients for The Easiest Ever Carrot Sesame Salad
- 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or 1/4 teaspoon dashi granules/konbu powder)
- Soy Sauce
- Dark Sesame Oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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How to Make The Easiest Ever Carrot Sesame Salad
- Peel and shred 2 large carrots using a coarse grater.
- Place shredded carrots in a medium-sized bowl. Add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
- Pour in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (or ponzu). Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt (or 1/4 teaspoon dashi granules/konbu powder).
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- For the best flavor, let the salad rest for at least 1 hour (or more) in the refrigerator.
- Before serving, gently drain off some excess liquid. (Reserve the flavorful juice for use as a salad dressing!)
- For extra flavor and texture, stir in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and/or 1 small thinly julienned red chili pepper.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
15g
Fat
2g
Carbs
2g