Gluten Free Ginger-Lime Carrot Ribbon Salad
Bright, tangy, and just a little unexpected, this carrot ribbon salad is the kind of dish that makes people ask for the recipe before they've even finished their first bite. A simple vegetable peeler transforms whole carrots into elegant, silky ribbons that soak up every drop of the zesty lime and ginger dressing — no special equipment or culinary training required. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce here, which means the umami depth you'd expect from a well-dressed salad is completely present without any wheat or gluten sneaking in through the back door. The dressing comes together in one small bowl with fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey, and a pinch of turmeric, making it naturally free of any processed thickeners or additives that can trip up a gluten-free kitchen. A short rest at room temperature lets the ribbons soften just enough to feel tender and dressed rather than raw and crunchy. Fresh cilantro and scallions folded in at the end keep everything lively and herbaceous. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or an impressive addition to any spread where you want something colorful and genuinely delicious.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 ½ lb large carrots (about 6 medium), peeled
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tsp lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler, draw it firmly along the length of each peeled carrot to shave off long, thin ribbons, rotating the carrot a quarter-turn after every few passes. Continue until you reach the narrow core, then set the core aside or discard. Transfer the ribbons to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, coconut aminos, olive oil, grated ginger, honey, turmeric, and 1/4 tsp salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
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