Carrot Ribbon Salad is a quick, refreshing, and vibrant dish made with thinly peeled carrot ribbons and crisp onions tossed in a light sesame-lime dressing. The combination of toasted sesame seeds, olive oil, and sesame oil gives it a rich, nutty flavor, while fresh cilantro adds brightness. Optional additions like tahini, date syrup, and garlic enhance the depth with creamy, sweet, and savory notes. Ready in just minutes, this salad is perfect as a light side dish or a fresh, healthy addition to any meal.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Peel the carrots and slice the onion:
Use a vegetable peeler to peel the carrots into long ribbon strands. Use a mandoline on level 1 (or a sharp knife) to thinly slice the onion.
Mix the salad:
Toss all the ingredients together in a small mixing bowl. Taste and adjust the flavors to your liking (a heavy drizzle of the tahini and date syrup is recommended).
Serve!
Serve immediately while cold.
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