🥕 Carrot Ribbon Salad
This vibrant and crunchy carrot ribbon salad is a TikTok sensation, combining fresh vegetables with a flavorful dressing for a refreshing side dish.
Dietary: vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free
Category: side
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots (substitutions: zucchini, cucumbers)
- 2 medium cucumbers (substitutions: zucchini)
- 1 small red onion (substitutions: green onion, shallots)
- 2 stalks green onions (substitutions: chives)
- 1 clove (grated) garlic (substitutions: garlic powder)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil (substitutions: olive oil, avocado oil)
- 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar (substitutions: apple cider vinegar, white wine vinegar)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (substitutions: tamari, coconut aminos)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (substitutions: onion powder)
- 1 tsp chili flakes (substitutions: black pepper, cayenne pepper)
Equipment
- vegetable peeler
- cutting board
- knife
- mixing bowl
Instructions
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Step 1: Wash and peel the carrots using a vegetable peeler.
What to look for: Smooth, ribbon-like strips of carrot.
Watch out: Avoid peeling too deeply to keep the ribbons intact.
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Step 2: Continue peeling the carrots until you have enough ribbons, about 4 large carrots.
What to look for: A pile of long, thin carrot ribbons.
Watch out: Be careful not to cut yourself with the peeler.
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Step 3: Wash and peel the cucumbers, then create ribbons in the same manner as the carrots.
What to look for: Cucumber ribbons that match the carrot ribbons.
Watch out: Ensure the cucumbers are firm for easier peeling.
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Step 4: Slice the red onion thinly and chop the green onions.
What to look for: Thin, even slices of red onion and chopped green onion.
Watch out: Use a sharp knife to avoid crushing the onions.
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Step 5: In a mixing bowl, combine the carrot ribbons, cucumber ribbons, sliced red onion, and chopped green onions.
What to look for: A colorful mix of vegetables in the bowl.
Watch out: Make sure to mix gently to keep the ribbons intact.
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Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and chili flakes.
What to look for: A well-mixed dressing that is slightly thick.
Watch out: Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Step 7: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
What to look for: The vegetables should be evenly coated with the dressing.
Watch out: Don't over-toss to avoid breaking the ribbons.
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Step 8: Serve immediately or let it sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
What to look for: A vibrant salad ready to be enjoyed.
Watch out: If letting it sit, keep it refrigerated to maintain freshness.
Original source: tiktok
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