Best 2 Minted Carrot Salad Recipes
Minted carrot salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's made with fresh carrots, mint, and a variety of other ingredients, such as nuts, spices, and cheese. This salad is not only delicious, but it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its vibrant colors and crisp texture, minted carrot salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
MINTED CARROT SALAD
Carrots are cooked until tender, grated, and then topped with tomato dressing and mint. Note: You could try using julienne carrots instead of grated, if you like.
Provided by TRYOVER
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time P1DT25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender but still firm. Drain, cool and grate into a large bowl.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the tomato sauce, oil, sugar, vinegar, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, remove from heat and cool.
- Add onions and mint leaves to the carrots, and pour the dressing over all. Toss until evenly coated and chill for 24 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 316.9 mg, Sugar 42.2 g
ORANGE BLOSSOM MINTED CARROT RAISIN SALAD
I love traditional carrot raisin salad ... but I always hated that some people use WAY too much mayo. You could hardly taste the carrots which were the main ingredient. So I found this a few years ago, and it has become my favorite, especially since I live in FL, it has great orange flavor. This is originally a Whole Foods Recipe, but it has been passed around quite a bit, so there have been some changes; however, I can't claim any rights to this - but it is such a light refreshing recipe. Take advantage of those pre-shredded carrots from the produce section, I definitely do (but you can always shred your own, especially if you grow them in your garden). A few grocery store items and you are set. As there is no mayo in this dish, it makes a great BBQ dish or potluck salad because it travels well. I always garnish with a couple of orange slices to remind people of what the main flavor is. And ... Orange Blossom Water? ... What do I use it in? Why bother buying a whole bottle? Well, I originally bought it for this salad, but I have used it over seafood, in teas (warm and cold), rice, and drizzled over grilled vegetables which is great. It can be purchased online, at Whole Foods and many other Health Food Markets, also any Asian Markets. It is a great addition to your condiment collection.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 Side servings, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Dressing -- Mix all the ingredients (except the mint) in a small bowl or measuring cup. Mix well to combine. Set half of the orange that you sliced as a garnish off to the side.
- Salad -- In a medium bowl, add the carrots and both raisins and mix well to combine. Toss with 1/2 of the dressing and check for seasoning (salt and pepper). Add a bit more of the dressing, but save a little to add right before you serve. Cover well with saran wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve -- Before serving, toss well, and add in the pecans, mint and the reserved dressing if necessary. I like to plate and garnish with some of the orange slices. ENJOY!
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender carrots for the best flavor and texture.
- Use a sharp peeler or mandoline to create evenly sliced carrots.
- For a sweeter salad, use a combination of orange and yellow carrots.
- Add a variety of textures and flavors by including other vegetables, such as radishes, celery, or fennel.
- Use a light, flavorful dressing to enhance the natural flavors of the vegetables.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as mint, cilantro, or parsley, for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Minted carrot salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a side salad or a light lunch. It is a great way to use up fresh carrots and is a perfect salad for potlucks and picnics. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to become a favorite.
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