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Viral Asian Raw Carrot Ribbon Salad with Sesame Lime Dressing

A close-up of a vibrant raw carrot salad made with shaved carrot ribbons, topped with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
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Make this quick, crunchy, and refreshing raw carrot salad. It features thin carrot ribbons tossed in a tangy Asian-inspired dressing, perfect as a healthy side dish or light lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrots: Use a vegetable peeler to shave the carrots into thin ribbons. Stop when you reach the core. Discard the cores.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes, if using. Mix until the honey dissolves.
  3. Place the carrot ribbons in a medium bowl. Pour the dressing over the ribbons.
  4. Toss the carrots gently with tongs until they are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Stir in the toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onion before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use a sharp vegetable peeler to create wide, thin ribbons instead of shredding the carrots.
  • This salad supports gut health due to the raw vegetables and fermented soy sauce.
  • If you are prepping this ahead, store the dressing separately and toss just before serving to maintain maximum crunch.

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