A vibrant and refreshing Shaved Rainbow Carrot Sesame Salad featuring julienned carrots tossed with scallions, fresh herbs, and a flavorful sesame dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light side dish or a healthy snack, enhanced with toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch.
Total Time:1 hour 27 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Salad
1 1/2 lbs carrots, peeled and julienned
1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
2 tbsp sesame seeds
Dressing
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp low sodium Tamari or soy sauce
1 tsp white miso
1 tsp sriracha
1 tsp coconut sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
Toast Sesame Seeds: Place sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat and toast them until golden brown and fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Julienne Carrots: Using a sharp knife or food processor, julienne the peeled carrots and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Mix Herbs: Add the finely chopped scallions, fresh cilantro, and fresh basil to the julienned carrots. Toss gently to combine the fresh ingredients evenly.
Prepare Dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine sesame oil, rice vinegar, low sodium Tamari or soy sauce, white miso, sriracha, coconut sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Blend the ingredients until the dressing is smooth and well emulsified.
Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the blended dressing over the carrot and herb mixture. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat the salad with the dressing.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top for extra flavor and crunch.
Notes
Use a sharp knife or a food processor with a julienne blade to easily achieve thin, uniform carrot strips.
For a nut-free version, substitute sesame seeds with toasted sunflower seeds or omit them entirely.
Adjust the sriracha quantity to control the heat level of the dressing.
The salad can be prepared several hours in advance and kept chilled to deepen the flavors.
If white miso is unavailable, substitute with yellow miso for a similar taste profile.
