Oats Free Carrot Ribbon Salad with Honey-Fig Dressing
Carrot ribbons might sound simple, but the technique of drawing a peeler down each carrot creates these gorgeous, silky strips that catch every drop of dressing in a way chopped carrots never could. Fresh figs bring a jammy sweetness that pairs beautifully with the bright, tangy honey-ginger vinaigrette, and torn parsley and mint keep the whole thing feeling alive and fresh. This is the kind of salad that looks like it came from a restaurant but comes together in minutes on your own counter. The dressing is a quick whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and turmeric — nothing processed, nothing hidden, just clean and vibrant flavor from start to finish. Letting the ribbons rest in the dressing for a few minutes is the small step that makes a big difference, softening them just enough to feel tender without losing their delicate texture. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, this is a genuinely satisfying dish that never asks you to compromise — every ingredient is naturally whole and straightforward. It works as a stunning starter, a colorful side, or an easy lunch that feels a little bit special.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 lb carrots (about 5 medium), peeled
- 6 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly torn
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler, draw long strokes down each carrot to create wide, thin ribbons, rotating the carrot as you go. Stop when you reach the narrow core. Place the ribbons in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, turmeric, and salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
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