classic french carrot salad

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Surrey South, BC
Updated on May 16, 2024

This healthy salad is a great side dish, ideal for picnics and potlucks!

prep time 45 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • SALAD
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled
  • 1/2 cup sultana raisins
  • 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
  • 1 large green onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
  • VINAIGRETTE
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot paprika, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground Himalayan pink salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (I always use mixed peppercorns)

How To Make classic french carrot salad

  • Step 1
    To make the salad, shred the carrots using the food processor with the shredding disc.
  • Step 2
    Transfer the shredded carrots to a large bowl. Add the raisins, slivered almonds and green onion. Toss and set aside.
  • Step 3
    To make the vinaigrette, add all ingredients to a measuring cup. Whisk until nicely blended; taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  • Step 4
    Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until nicely coated.
  • Step 5
    Sprinkle on parsley before transferring to the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Step 6
    To view this French classic salad on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/x8LPrMC8ieE

Discover More

Culture: French
Category: Other Salads
Keyword: #Carrot
Keyword: #salad
Keyword: #French
Ingredient: Vegetable

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