Gujarat Carrot Salad

Brighten up your table with Gujarat Carrot Salad, a vibrant and flavorful Indian-inspired dish that effortlessly combines fresh, grated carrots with zesty lemon juice, aromatic spices, and a hint of heat from green chili. This salad stands out with its tempering technique, where mustard seeds and asafoetida are sizzled in hot oil to release their bold essence, infusing the salad with an irresistible, nutty aroma. Finished with freshly chopped cilantro and optional grated coconut for added texture, this quick-and-easy dish is perfect as a refreshing side or light appetizer. With just 15 minutes of prep time, Gujarat Carrot Salad delivers a healthy and delicious way to elevate your meal, packed with vibrant colors and authentic Indian flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 small green chili
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoons mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoons oil (preferably peanut or vegetable)
• 0.25 teaspoons asafoetida (hing)
• 2 tablespoons grated coconut (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots. Grate them finely using a box grater or food processor and set them aside in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop fresh cilantro and the green chili (remove seeds if you prefer less heat). Add them to the grated carrots.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, salt, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Pour this mixture over the grated carrots and toss well to combine.

Step 4

In a small pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and let them sputter for about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Turn the heat to low and quickly add the asafoetida (hing). Stir for a few seconds and then remove the pan from heat to avoid burning the spices.

Step 6

Pour the tempered spice mixture over the salad and mix thoroughly to distribute the flavors.

Step 7

If using grated coconut, sprinkle it on top for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	349.3 grams (349.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	370

Total Fat 25.70g	33%
Saturated Fat 11.00g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1375mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 35.70g	13%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 17.20g
Protein 4.80g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 110mg	8%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1036mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 36.3%