Before heading back to Cape Breton, I swung by the Farmers’ Market to try one of Evan’s famous fish burgers and stock up on some spring produce. I also picked up some cellar carrots from Noggins Corner, which are featured in this salad. Many friends who claim to dislike carrots will quite happily devour bowls of this crisp salad. Such is the power of the very thin slice and of flavours like ginger, sesame, and maple.
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Shaved Carrot Salad with Ginger, Maple, and Sesame
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Description
Sweet, spicy, and crunchy, this vibrant carrot salad is perfect as a light lunch or side dish. Add shrimp for extra protein!
Ingredients
- 1 lbs (454 g) carrots, peeled into strips
- 1/4 cup unhulled sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice or white wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp coriander seeds, crushed
- pinch sea salt
- pinch dried pepper flakes
- sprouts for topping
Instructions
- Peel the carrots into long, thin strips using a peeler.
- In a bowl, mix the shaved carrots with the remaining ingredients.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Top with sprouts and toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
- For optimal flavor, toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant.
- To make this a complete meal, add cooked shrimp or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; the flavors will deepen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you shave the carrots for this salad?
Use a vegetable peeler and run it along the length of the carrot to get thin, wide ribbons. A mandoline also works if you want more uniform slices.
Can I make the ginger-maple-sesame dressing ahead of time?
Yes, the dressing keeps well in the fridge for up to a week. Give it a good stir or shake before using since the sesame oil tends to separate. 
Does the salad hold up if dressed in advance?
Carrot ribbons are sturdy enough to sit in the dressing for 30 to 60 minutes without going soggy. Dressing them slightly early actually helps the flavors absorb into the carrots.
