Easy Raw Carrot Salad with Sesame and Lime Dressing
This fresh and crunchy raw carrot salad comes together quickly, offering a bright, flavorful bite perfect for a light lunch or side dish. The tangy lime and soy dressing complements the sesame notes beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- Optional: 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
- Place the shredded carrots in a medium bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and grated fresh ginger until well combined. This creates your vibrant dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots.
- Toss everything gently until the carrots are evenly coated.
- Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and green onions, if using.
- Serve the raw carrot salad immediately for the best crunch, or chill for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For an even brighter flavor, use fresh lime juice instead of bottled.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.
- If you prefer a ribbon texture, use a vegetable peeler on the carrots instead of shredding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0