Heart-Healthy Grated Carrot Salad

Brighten up your table with this Heart-Healthy Grated Carrot Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with freshly grated carrots, sweet raisins, and crunchy walnuts, this salad is perfectly balanced with a zesty lemon-honey dressing and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. This no-cook, 15-minute recipe is a delightful way to incorporate wholesome ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and nutrient-rich carrots into your diet. Perfect as a light side dish or a refreshing addition to your lunch spread, this easy carrot salad is low in prep time but high in heart-healthy benefits, making it an ideal choice for a guilt-free, satisfying bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 medium carrots
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
0.25 cup raisins
0.25 cup walnuts
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots. Using a box grater or food processor, grate the carrots into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Chop fresh parsley finely and add it to the bowl with grated carrots.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and honey until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and parsley, tossing gently to coat the carrots evenly.

Step 5

Add the raisins and walnuts to the salad and toss again to distribute them throughout.

Step 6

Season the salad with ground black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for about 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	424.7 grams (424.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	739

Total Fat 48.50g	62%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 789mg	34%
Total Carbohydrate 81.30g	30%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 57.40g
Protein 8.80g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157mg	12%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1387mg	30%

*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: 54.8%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 40.8%