Rkost Carrot Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with natural sweetness, Rkost Carrot Salad is the ultimate quick and healthy side dish you'll crave on repeat. Featuring crisp shredded carrots, a zesty lemon-honey dressing, and a delightful crunch from slivered almonds, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Sweet raisins provide a hint of chewiness, while fresh parsley adds a touch of herbaceousness that elevates every bite. Perfectly balanced with a blend of citrusy, sweet, and savory flavors, this vibrant carrot salad is ideal for light lunches, picnic spreads, or as a colorful accompaniment to your favorite mains. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a side dish as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons raisins

Directions

Step 1

Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment. Transfer the shredded carrots to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and toss well to combine, ensuring the carrots are evenly coated.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 5

Add the slivered almonds and raisins to the bowl, gently folding them into the salad for added texture and sweetness.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	414.8 grams (414.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	672

Total Fat 42.90g	55%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1375mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 68.60g	25%
Dietary Fiber 15.10g	54%
Total Sugars 39.70g
Protein 15.80g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240mg	18%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1583mg	34%

*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: 53.4%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 37.9%