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Viral Asian Raw Carrot Ribbon Salad with Lime Sesame Dressing

A close-up of a vibrant raw carrot salad made with shaved carrot ribbons, topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
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You will love this fresh, crunchy raw carrot salad that went viral on TikTok. It is quick to make and features a bright, tangy Asian-inspired dressing perfect for a healthy side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrots: Wash and peel the carrots. Use a vegetable peeler to shave the carrots into thin ribbons. Discard the very thin ends.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes, if using. Mix until the honey dissolves.
  3. Combine: Place the carrot ribbons in a medium bowl. Pour the dressing over the carrots.
  4. Toss: Gently toss the carrots until they are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Rest: Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the carrots to soften slightly and absorb the flavor. This step is key for the best texture.
  6. Serve: Transfer the raw carrot salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion before you serve it.

Notes

  • For a hormone-friendly boost, consider adding a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to the dressing.
  • If you do not have a vegetable peeler, you can use a mandoline on a thin setting or shred the carrots finely.
  • This salad is excellent for quick meal prep and stays crisp for up to two days in the refrigerator.

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