Crunchy Carrot Salad
Servings: 2
This crunchy carrot salad is one of those simple recipes that quietly becomes a staple in your kitchen. It’s fresh, vibrant, and comes together in minutes—yet delivers so much flavor and nourishment in every bite. The naturally sweet carrots pair perfectly with bright citrus and fresh herbs, creating a light, refreshing dish that works as a snack or an easy side.
Ingredients
- 2 cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup cilantro stems removed and chopped
- ¼ cup raw sunflower seeds
- dash black pepper, ground
- dash sea salt, unrefined
Dressing
- 2 tbsp orange juiced
- 2 tbsp lemon juiced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Whisk together orange juice, lemon juice and olive oil. Set aside.
- Combine shredded carrot, cilantro and sunflower seeds on a plate.
- Drizzle dressing over salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- You can use whole carrots and grate them for stronger flavor.
- Swap out the sunflower seeds with hemp hearts (still nut-free) or sliced almonds.
- Does cilantro taste like soap to you? If so, use parsley instead.
- Feel free to use the carrots of your choice. When I created this salad for my Plant-Based Cleanse, I used rainbow carrots because they're fun!
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups, Calories: 286kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13g, Sodium: 91mg, Potassium: 575mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 21564IU, Vitamin C: 24mg, Calcium: 67mg, Iron: 1mg
