Cashew Free Carrot Ribbon Salad with Basil-Herb Dressing
Carrot ribbons might sound simple, but the technique of shaving them into long, silky strips completely transforms this humble vegetable into something genuinely beautiful on the plate. The bright, golden dressing — built from olive oil, fresh lemon, turmeric, and ginger — clings to every ribbon and brings a warm, aromatic depth that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Fresh basil and parsley weave through the whole thing, keeping it herbaceous and light. A short rest at room temperature lets the ribbons soften just enough to soak up all that flavor without losing their satisfying bite. Optional toasted coconut flakes add a subtle crunch and a hint of sweetness that makes the whole bowl feel a little special. Every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden nut-based fillers sneaking into your dressing. It's the kind of salad that looks like you put in serious effort but comes together with a peeler, a whisk, and about fifteen minutes of your time.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 lb large carrots (about 4–5 medium), peeled
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
For the dressing
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp toasted coconut flakes (optional)
- fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler, draw it firmly along the length of each peeled carrot to shave off long, wide ribbons, rotating the carrot a quarter-turn after every few passes. Continue until you reach the thin core, then set the core aside or discard. Place the ribbons in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, grated garlic, turmeric, ginger, and salt until the dressing is uniform and slightly emulsified.
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