Shellfish Free Carrot Ribbon Salad with Honey-Fig Dressing
Carrot ribbons might sound simple, but the technique of peeling long, translucent strips transforms a humble root vegetable into something genuinely beautiful on the plate. The honey-fig dressing is the real star here — a bright, slightly sweet vinaigrette built from apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and a whisper of turmeric that gives the whole bowl a warm golden glow. Fresh figs add jammy, jewel-like bursts of sweetness, while torn parsley and mint keep things lively and aromatic. Letting the ribbons rest in the dressing for a few minutes is a small but important step — they soften just enough to feel silky rather than raw, soaking up every bit of that tangy, honeyed flavor. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's zero concern about hidden seafood derivatives or cross-contact that can sneak into store-bought dressings and prepared salads. It comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, making it an effortless choice for a weeknight side or a showstopping addition to a dinner spread.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!