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Viral Raw Carrot Ribbon Salad with Tangy Sesame-Lime Dressing

Close-up of a vibrant raw carrot salad made with shaved carrot ribbons, topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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You will love this quick, crunchy raw carrot salad. It is inspired by the viral TikTok trend and features thin carrot ribbons tossed in a bright, Asian-inspired lime and sesame dressing. This is a refreshing, no-cook side dish ready in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrots: Use a vegetable peeler to shave the carrots into long, thin ribbons. Stop peeling when you reach the core. Discard the core pieces.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Place the carrot ribbons in a medium mixing bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons. Toss gently with tongs until all the ribbons are evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad. Toss once more.
  6. If you are not serving immediately, cover the bowl and chill for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Transfer the raw carrot salad to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onion, if using. Serve this crunchy fresh salad immediately.

Notes

  • For the best ribbon texture, use a standard vegetable peeler rather than a mandoline.
  • To toast sesame seeds, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, shaking often until fragrant.
  • If you are focusing on gut health, you can substitute the soy sauce with coconut aminos.
  • This salad works well as a quick meal prep component; it stays crisp for about two days in the refrigerator.

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