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Fresh Carrot Ribbon Salad Recipe with Easy Lemon Herb Tahini Dressing

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A quick and fresh salad featuring thin carrot ribbons tossed in a creamy lemon herb tahini dressing. Perfect for light lunches or as a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, peeled into thin ribbons
  • 1/4 cup creamy tahini
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional but recommended)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons water to thin dressing

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel 4 large carrots. Use a vegetable peeler to shave thin ribbons off the carrots lengthwise, rotating the carrot as you go. Aim for long, even ribbons about 1/8 inch thick. This should take about 5 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup tahini, juice from one large lemon (about 3 tablespoons), 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, and 1 small minced garlic clove. Add 2 tablespoons each of finely chopped parsley and dill.
  3. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water gradually while whisking until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency. This step usually takes around 3-4 minutes.
  4. Season the dressing with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Start with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then adjust after tasting.
  5. Place the carrot ribbons in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat all the ribbons evenly. Use your hands or tongs to avoid breaking the ribbons.
  6. Let the salad sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to help the flavors meld and soften the carrots slightly without losing crunch.
  7. Just before serving, taste the salad and add a bit more salt, lemon, or herbs if needed. Optionally, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts for added crunch.

Notes

Use fresh, firm carrots for best results. Thin ribbons absorb dressing better and provide a lighter texture. Whisk tahini thoroughly to avoid lumps. Let the salad rest before serving to mellow flavors. Store carrot ribbons and dressing separately to maintain crispness. Substitute tahini with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

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Keywords: carrot salad, tahini dressing, lemon herb dressing, fresh salad, healthy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad, quick salad, easy salad

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