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Viral 5-Minute Raw Carrot Ribbon Salad with Tangy Sesame Dressing

A pile of bright orange raw carrot salad ribbons topped with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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You need this quick, crunchy, and refreshing raw carrot salad in your life, inspired by the viral TikTok trend. This easy raw carrot salad features bright Asian flavors with a tangy lime sesame dressing, perfect as a healthy side dish or light lunch. It is simple to make with no cooking required.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, peeled and made into ribbons
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrot ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline. Place the ribbons in a medium bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes, if using. This is your tangy sesame dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons. Toss gently until all the carrots are evenly coated.
  4. Let the salad sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the carrots to marinate slightly and soften just a bit. This step helps absorb the flavor.
  5. Transfer the raw carrot salad to a serving dish. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion before you serve it.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons rather than shredding the carrots finely. This mimics the viral texture.
  • This salad supports gut health and is often mentioned for hormone balance due to the raw vegetable content.
  • If you want a richer flavor, toast your sesame seeds lightly in a dry skillet before using them as a topping.

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Find it online: https://delicerecipe.com/raw-carrot-salad-quick-asian-sesame-recipe/