Why I like this…
I was looking for something fresh and was craving carrots. I LOVE colorful carrots, which is why I used some pre-shredded ones and added a pop of purple and yellow carrots as well. Why do I like this? Well, it is really nutritious but more importantly, really easy to make!
Why it matters…
One serving of this recipe provides more than 100% of the daily recommended value for vitamin A. Beyond eye health, vitamin A is also essential for bone health, growth, reproduction, and the immune system.
French Carrot Salad With Orange Zest
4
servings10
minutes40
minutes125
kcalIngredients
1 Lb 1 Carrots-Shredded
2 Tbsp 2 Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tsp 2 Dijon Mustard
1.5 Tbsp 1.5 Lemon Juice
1 Tsp 1 Honey
1/2 Tsp 1/2 Cumin
2 Tbsp 2 Orange Zest (about 1 orange)
2 Tbsp 2 Flat-leaf parsley
2 2 Green Onions (green part only- sliced)
Directions
- Grate the carrots or use pre-shredded carrots. Cut the green onions.
- Combine the olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, cumin, honey, salt, pepper, parsley, and orange zest into a bowl.
- Toss the carrot and onion mixture with the dressing.
- Chill for 20 minutes or more to allow flavors to blend. Serve.