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Carrot Salad with Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts & Citrus Vinaigrette

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Time

15 min

Serving

5 persons

Calories

0

Rating

4.00★ (1)

Author: Antonina Blum

It’s classic French grated carrot salad, and this is a delicious spin on it. With dried cranberries, toasted walnuts and scallions in a citrus vinaigrette, it’s crunchy, tart and sweet. Perfect with a warm crusty baguette for lunch, or as a healthy side to sandwiches or burgers.

Ingredients

  • walnuts: 0.5 cup (coarsely chopped)
  • carrots: 1 pound (grated; or 1-1/3 pounds carrots, peeled and grated)
  • olive oil: 3 Tbsp (or walnut oil)
  • lemon zest: 1 tsp (and 2 tablespoons lemon juice, from 1 lemon)
  • orange juice: 3 Tbsp (freshly squeezed; from 1 orange)
  • honey: 2 Tbsp
  • cranberries: 0.5 cup (dried)
  • scallions: 3 piece (white and green parts, thinly sliced)
  • Italian parsley: 3 Tbsp (fresh; chopped)
  • salt: 0.25 tsp
  • ground black pepper: 0.25 tsp

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  1. If you have carrots in your vegetable bin to use up, you can quickly grate them in your food processor. Otherwise, just buy the bagged pre-grated carrots from the produce department — they work just as well.

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  3. To begin, toast the walnuts in the oven until fragrant to enhance their flavor.

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  4. Next, combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.

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  5. Toss to combine. If possible, let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to give the carrots a chance to soak up the dressing.

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History of the Carrot Salad with Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts & Citrus Vinaigrette:

The classic French grated carrot salad has been in existence for centuries. It is a simple and healthy dish that can be found in many European countries. The addition of cranberries, toasted walnuts, and citrus vinaigrette to this salad is a modern twist that adds a sweet and tart flavor to the dish.

Tips and Tricks for Carrot Salad with Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts & Citrus Vinaigrette Recipe:

  • To save time, purchase pre-grated carrots from the produce department if you don't have time to grate them yourself.
  • To enhance the flavor of the walnuts, toast them in the oven for a few minutes. Be careful not to burn them.
  • For a creamier salad, try adding a dollop of Greek yogurt or crumbled feta cheese.
  • Make sure to let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the carrots to soak up the dressing.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  • To make the salad more visually appealing, sprinkle some chopped parsley or scallions on top before serving.
  • Serve the carrot salad with a warm crusty baguette or as a healthy side to sandwiches or burgers.
  • Consider serving the salad on a colorful plate or bowl to make it stand out on the table.

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