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Korean Carrot Salad

Crunchy Korean Carrot Salad: A Flavorful Crunch You’ll Love

This Korean Carrot Salad is a quick, vibrant, and refreshing side dish packed with health benefits.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Carrots Fresh, julienned
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Rice vinegar preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Or honey as a natural alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust for potency
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Toasted is best
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • Julienne peeler
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Peel fresh carrots and julienne them into thin strips.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Toss julienned carrots in the bowl with the dressing until evenly coated.
  4. Cover and let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add garnishes just before serving for optimal freshness.

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