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Description
A simple, raw carrot salad recipe designed to support hormonal balance, gut health, and skin wellness with detoxifying and fiber-rich ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 4–5 medium carrots, peeled
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- Optional: 1-2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
- Optional: 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the carrots: Finely grate or shred the peeled carrots using a box grater, food processor, or julienne peeler. Place them into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Combine and toss: Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- Add optional ingredients: Stir in chopped parsley or cilantro and sunflower or pumpkin seeds if desired.
- Serve: Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow flavors to meld. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg