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Viral Sesame Ginger Raw Carrot Salad for Gut Health

Close-up of a bright orange raw carrot salad tossed with sesame seeds and topped with sliced green onions.
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Welcome to My Kitchen! This easy, no-cook raw carrot salad, inspired by viral trends, features crisp shredded carrots tossed in a bright Asian sesame ginger dressing. It is a quick vegetable side dish that supports gut health.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups carrots, shredded or ribboned
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, for garnish
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrots: Peel and shred or use a vegetable peeler to create thin carrot ribbons. Place the prepared carrots into a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes, if using. Mix until the dressing is well combined.
  3. Combine: Pour the sesame ginger dressing over the shredded carrots. Toss everything together until the carrots are evenly coated.
  4. Rest: Let the raw carrot salad sit for at least 10 minutes at room temperature. This allows the carrots to absorb the dressing flavor.
  5. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before you serve this refreshing carrot salad.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup of chopped peanuts or cashews to the final toss.
  • If you are focusing on hormone balance, ensure you use high-quality ingredients, as this salad is often recommended for that purpose.
  • This easy carrot salad recipe tastes even better if you let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

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