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Korean Carrot Salad

Korean Carrot Salad: Crunchy, Colorful, and Full of Flavor

Discover the vibrant and tangy Korean Carrot Salad, a refreshing side dish that elevates meals while being quick and healthy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4-5 pieces Fresh Carrots Julienned
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can use honey or agave syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1-2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Mandoline
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and julienne the fresh carrots into thin strips.
  2. Mince the garlic and add it to the bowl with the carrots.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the carrot and garlic mixture and toss to coat.
  5. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the salad to marinate longer than 30 minutes if possible.

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