Description
A refreshing salad featuring thin ribbons of carrots and mixed fresh herbs, drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large carrots
- 1 cup mixed fresh herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, and mint)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrots into thin ribbons.
- In a large bowl, combine the carrot ribbons and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad is best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg