This bright and refreshing carrot salad transforms humble roots into a vibrant side dish perfect for spring and summer gatherings. The natural sweetness of maincrop carrots is beautifully balanced by the sharp acidity of fresh orange segments and the warm, pungent kick of grated ginger. A light dressing of olive oil, honey, and lemon juice ties the flavors together, while crunchy walnuts and fragrant mint add texture and aroma. It’s an ideal vegan accompaniment to grilled meats or roasted vegetables, offering a crisp, juicy contrast to heavier main courses. Letting the salad rest allows the flavors to meld, creating a complex yet simple taste experience that is both healthy and deeply satisfying.
Carrots With Ginger & Orange
Description
This bright and refreshing carrot salad transforms humble roots into a vibrant side dish perfect for spring and summer gatherings. The natural sweetness of maincrop carrots is beautifully balanced by the sharp acidity of fresh orange segments and the warm, pungent kick of grated ginger. A light dressing of olive oil, honey, and lemon juice ties the flavors together, while crunchy walnuts and fragrant mint add texture and aroma. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal vegan accompaniment to grilled meats or roasted vegetables, offering a crisp, juicy contrast to heavier main courses. Letting the salad rest allows the flavors to meld, creating a complex yet simple taste experience that is both healthy and deeply satisfying.Ingredients
Directions
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Finely grate the zest from one orange into a large mixing bowl.
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Juice the zested orange and add the juice to the bowl along with 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
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Peel and finely chop 1 small piece of fresh ginger root; crush 1 garlic clove.
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Add the ginger, garlic, a pinch of salt, and pepper to the dressing bowl; mix well.
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Steep 2 sprigs of fresh mint in the dressing to infuse flavor.
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Scrub and coarsely grate the carrots, then add them to the dressing.
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Peel the remaining 2 oranges, removing all pith and membranes, and segment them.
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Remove any seeds from the orange segments and add them to the bowl.
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Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly coated.
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Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to develop.
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Before serving, remove and discard the mint sprigs.
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Stir in 1 ounce chopped walnuts and scatter with fresh torn mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 81.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.3g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 78.3mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 20.4g7%
- Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
- Sugars 12.1g
- Protein 1.7g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
