Citrus Carrot Ribbon Salad Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Citrus Carrot Ribbon Salad that combines thin ribbons of carrot and cucumber with a zesty citrus dressing, fresh herbs, and optional crunchy nuts for a light, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for warm weather or as a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 large carrots, peeled
- 1 small cucumber, seeds removed
Dressing
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 1 orange, zest and juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Herbs & Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons roasted pistachios or almonds, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare vegetable ribbons: Use a vegetable peeler to shave the peeled carrots and seeded cucumber into long, thin ribbons, then place them into a large salad bowl to create the salad base.
- Make citrus dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, orange juice, lemon zest, orange zest, extra-virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
- Combine and toss: Pour the citrus dressing over the carrot and cucumber ribbons. Add the chopped fresh mint and parsley, then gently toss the salad to evenly coat all the vegetable ribbons with the dressing and distribute the herbs.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper as needed to balance the flavors to your liking.
- Serve with garnish: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates, sprinkle with chopped roasted pistachios or almonds if using, and serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch.
Notes
- For more texture and flavor, you can substitute pistachios with toasted almonds or walnuts.
- Make sure to peel the cucumber seeds to avoid excess moisture in the salad.
- This salad is best served fresh and not stored for extended periods as the ribbons may soften over time.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup for a vegan-friendly version.
- Adjust the citrus zest and juice quantities based on your preference for tanginess.
Keywords: carrot ribbon salad, citrus salad, fresh vegetable salad, healthy salad, no cook salad, Mediterranean salad, cucumber carrot salad
