Gluten-Free Shaved Carrot and Daikon Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring shaved carrots and daikon, dressed in a flavorful sesame ginger dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 large carrots, peeled and shaved
- 1 medium daikon radish, peeled and shaved
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shaved carrots and daikon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, grated ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey or maple syrup.
- Pour the dressing over the shaved vegetables and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
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Notes
- For added crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just dress it right before serving.
- Adjust the sweetness of the dressing according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg