Description
This Incredible, Simple French Carrot Salad is a fresh and vibrant side dish featuring grated carrots tossed with green onions, parsley, and a tangy Dijon mustard dressing. It’s a quick, no-cook recipe that combines crunchy texture with bright, zesty flavors perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 4 medium carrots, peeled
- 2 green onion stems, finely sliced on the diagonal
- 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Dressing
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Grate the Carrots: Using a standard box grater or the shredder attachment on a food processor, grate the peeled carrots into strands approximately 4cm (1.5 inches) long for the best texture.
- Combine Vegetables: Place the grated carrots into a mixing bowl, then add the finely sliced green onions and chopped parsley (if using) for freshness and herbaceous notes.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a jar or small container with a lid, add Dijon mustard, honey, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Shake vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified and combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture, and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients with the flavorful dressing.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a refreshing, crunchy salad. It can also be chilled briefly before serving if preferred.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Grate carrots just before serving to maintain freshness and crunch.
- This salad pairs well as a side with grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a light lunch option.
- You can add toasted nuts or seeds for added texture if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: French carrot salad, carrot salad recipe, easy salad, no cook salad, healthy side dish, Dijon mustard dressing
