Carrot Slaw Recipe
🥕 Name: Carrot Slaw
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 3 1/2 cup servings
🥦 Recipe Category: Vegetable
🏷️ Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, < 15 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Fresh lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| White vinegar | 1/2 tbsp |
| Rice vinegar | 1/2 tbsp |
| Liquid honey | 1 tbsp |
| Dijon mustard | – |
| Olive oil | 3 tbsp |
| Canola oil | 2 tbsp |
| Carrots | 2 cups, shredded |
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 143.7
- Fat: 11.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 67.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.9g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 6.1g
- Protein: 0.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, white vinegar, rice vinegar, and liquid honey until well combined.
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Emulsify the Dressing:
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil and canola oil while whisking continuously, until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened. Set aside.
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Prepare the Carrots:
- Peel and shred 2 cups of fresh carrots. You can use a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment for this step.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, toss the shredded carrots with the prepared dressing. Ensure the carrots are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Serve:
- Serve the carrot slaw immediately as a refreshing side dish or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Optional Variation:
- For a twist, try cutting the carrots into long strips using a vegetable peeler, resembling linguini. You can also add an equal amount of zucchini cut in the same way to create a two-vegetable slaw variation.
Notes:
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This carrot slaw is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors meld together nicely over time, making it a great make-ahead dish for gatherings or meal prep.
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Adjust the sweetness and acidity of the dressing to your preference by varying the amount of honey and vinegar used.
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Experiment with different oils for the dressing, such as avocado oil or walnut oil, for added flavor complexity.
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Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for an extra burst of freshness and color.
Enjoy this quick and easy Carrot Slaw recipe as a delightful side dish or a light lunch option. Its vibrant colors and tangy-sweet dressing make it a crowd-pleaser at any occasion!
