Lunch
Raw Spiced Carrot Salad
Carrot, apple, and raisins meet cinnamon, paprika, and a touch of cayenne. This crunchy salad takes the scenic route through the spice cupboard.
Raw Spiced Carrot Salad
Check off ingredients as you go. Apron optional. Appetite encouraged.
What you'll need
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Estimated nutrition
Per quarter of the batch, using the listed approximately 3 cups grated carrots (330 g), one large apple (223 g), unpacked raisins and fresh cilantro. The pinch of cayenne, pepper and optional pistachios are excluded.
- Calories
- 114 kcal
- Protein
- 1.3 g
- Carbohydrate
- 23.8 g
- Fat
- 2.6 g
- Fiber
- 4.4 g
- Sugars
- 15.8 g
- Sodium
- 61 mg
- Saturated fat
- 0.4 g
Calculated from USDA FoodData Central profiles, manufacturer labels where listed, and estimated household measures. Values vary with brands, measurements and portions. The serving controls scale the ingredient list; these per-serving estimates stay the same.
Ingredients behind the estimate
| Ingredient | Calculation basis |
|---|---|
| 3-4 large carrots, peeled (about 3 cups grated) | 330 g · Carrots, raw ↗︎ |
| 1 large apple, cored (about 1 cup grated) | 223 g · Apples, raw, with skin (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) ↗︎ |
| ¼ cup raisins | 36.25 g · Raisins, dark, seedless (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) ↗︎ |
| 1 tablespoon lemon juice | 15.25 g · Lemon juice, raw ↗︎ |
| 1 garlic clove | 3 g · Garlic, raw ↗︎ |
| ½ teaspoon ground paprika | 1.15 g · Spices, paprika ↗︎ |
| ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon | 1.3 g · Spices, cinnamon, ground ↗︎ |
| A pinch of ground cayenne pepper | Unmeasured seasoning not included; added salt changes sodium. |
| 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil | 9 g · Oil, olive, salad or cooking ↗︎ |
| ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped | 4 g · Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw ↗︎ |
| A pinch of freshly ground black pepper | Unmeasured seasoning not included; added salt changes sodium. |
| ¼ cup pistachio nuts (optional), roughly chopped | Optional topping, garnish, dip or serving accompaniment not included. |
Nutrition is an estimate, not a laboratory analysis. Excluded ingredients are listed above; adding them changes the totals.
Kitchen notes, swaps & the story
My easy, healthy recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots and apples with a hint of exotic spices like cinnamon and cayenne pepper, topped with crunchy pistachios and fresh cilantro. Perfect for a quick lunch or a festive side dish. 🍎🌿
Veginners, are you ready to try my deliciously fresh Raw Spiced Carrot Salad? 🥕
- Chop Everything: Place the carrots, apple, and garlic clove into your food chopper or food processor. Pulse a few times until everything is finely chopped but not pureed.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
- Combine & Serve: Transfer the chopped ingredients to a large bowl, add the raisins, pistachios (if using), and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Ready to Enjoy: Serve immediately or let it sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes if you prefer the flavors to meld together a bit more.
🥕🎉 Veginners what are your thoughts on raw carrots? Not only are they bursting with nutrients like vitamin A for stellar vision, but they also make your salads pop with color!
How do you like to enhance your carrots? Share your favorite tips or recipes in the comments below,I'm always on the lookout for new twists! 🌈
In this recipe we spiced up our carrots with a dash of cinnamon and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to elevate the natural sweetness. 🌶️🍎
Enjoy making this vibrant dish, and don't forget to share your creation with me! 🌟
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