Heart-Healthy Karottensalat

Brighten up your meals with this refreshing and flavorful Heart-Healthy Karottensalat! This German-inspired carrot salad is a perfect fusion of vibrant, grated carrots, a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, and the subtle sweetness of honey. Packed with nutrients, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and showcases fresh ingredients like parsley and green onions for a burst of color and flavor. The tangy twist of apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard elevates the dish, making it a delightful, low-calorie side perfect for any occasion. Serve this nutritious salad chilled or at room temperature for a heart-healthy addition to your menu that’s ideal for summer barbecues, weekday lunches, or as a complement to hearty mains.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor with a grating disc. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey to form the dressing.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh parsley and slice the green onions thinly.

Step 4

Add the parsley and green onions to the grated carrots.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture, then add the salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Toss the salad gently until the carrots are well coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	392.1 grams (392.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	404

Total Fat 29.90g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1488mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 36.30g	13%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 19.80g
Protein 3.40g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125mg	10%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1043mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 33.9%