Description
A refreshing vegan carrot salad with a creamy tahini dressing, perfect for quick meals and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup tahini, smooth
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 1/2 tablespoons tamari
- 1 tablespoon dijon or spicy mustard
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 2 to 31/2 teaspoons sriracha hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 1/4 pounds carrots, shredded into ribbons
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Large handful of cilantro or parsley leaves, optional
- 2 to 3 tablespoons sesame seeds or hemp hearts, optional
- 1/41/2 teaspoon salt, optional
Instructions
- Shred Carrots Enthusiastically: Start by shredding fresh carrots into ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline for those beautiful, long strands. Use caution with the mandoline to avoid injury.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, tamari, and a tiny bit of water. The mixture should feel creamy but not too thick. If it appears difficult to blend, add a1/2 teaspoon of water at a time until the desired smoothness is achieved.
- Mix Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, place the carrot ribbons and drizzle the dressing over them. Toss the carrots until fully coated in the dressing, ensuring they look vibrant and appetizing. Remember that the longer you wait to serve, the softer the carrots may become, so enjoy this salad fresh!
- Add Fresh Toppings: Finish the salad with sesame seeds or chopped herbs like cilantro or parsley for added flavor and visual appeal. If preparing in advance, it is recommended to sprinkle the herbs just before serving to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing separate until just before serving to ensure the carrots remain crisp.
- Expert Tips: If the dressing turns out thicker than desired, gradually add water one1/2 teaspoon at a time until it reaches a smoother consistency. To brighten the flavors if the salad tastes flat, add a splash more of tamari or lemon juice. For ease, a food processor is perfect for quickly grating a large amount of carrots. If meal prepping, sprinkle fresh herbs just before serving to retain their color and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 425mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg