Description
Zesty Carrot Dressing is a vibrant and flavorful addition that can transform any meal into a culinary delight. This dressing, combining sweet and tangy carrots with an Asian-inspired sauce, enhances salads, snacks, and side dishes alike. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and festive gatherings, it comes together in just 10 minutes. The bold flavors of soy sauce, chili flakes, and honey create a unique taste experience that you can easily customize to match your preferences. Whether drizzled over fresh greens or used as a dipping sauce for veggies, this dressing is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 4 carrots (peeled into ribbons)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Juice of lime or lemon
- Salt (to taste)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Peel the carrots into thin strips using a peeler or grater and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime or lemon juice, chili flakes, honey (or maple syrup), and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons and toss until evenly coated. Adjust flavors if necessary.
- Serve on a dish and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Customize by adding garlic powder or ginger if desired. Chill before serving to enhance flavor melding.