Description
This Carrot Ribbon Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors. The crunchy carrot ribbons are tossed with a tangy dressing and topped with bacon, cranberries, and pecans for a delicious combination.
Ingredients
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
– 4 carrots, peeled into wide ribbons using a vegetable peeler (about 4 cups)
– 1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon
– 1/3 cup thinly sliced shallots
– 3 tablespoons dried sweetened cranberries
– 3 tablespoons honey-roasted pecan pieces
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, and salt to make the dressing.
2. In a large bowl, toss the carrot ribbons with the bacon, shallots, cranberries, pecans, and parsley.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Garnish with additional parsley before serving.
Notes
– For a vegetarian version, you can omit the bacon or use a meat substitute.
– Feel free to add other ingredients like grated cheese or sunflower seeds for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 341mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 14mg