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Not going to lie: this carrot ribbon salad has fully taken over our summer. My daughter Alea could eat it every day—and honestly, so could I. It’s our go-to for beach snacks, backyard lunches, and those afternoons where everyone’s kind of melting but still “so hungry.”
It’s crunchy, tangy, a little fancy-looking (thank you, carrot ribbons), and sneakily full of good-for-you stuff. Like, “your skin looks amazing” kind of good-for-you.
I’m all about fast recipes that:
✔️ Kids will actually eat
✔️ Don’t require a culinary degree
✔️ Deliver real benefits (hello, glowing skin and strong hair)
This salad hits all the marks. It takes about 10 minutes to throw together, and it’s packed with vitamin A, beta-carotene, lutein, and antioxidants—aka, nature’s version of skincare. No filters. No overpriced serums. Just actual food doing what it does best.
Ingredients
- 5 large carrots, peeled and sliced into ribbons (use a vegetable peeler)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 Tbsp Bragg’s Liquid Aminos (or clean soy sauce)
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted or raw)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (optional, for a little kick!)
Directions
- Use a veggie peeler to slice carrots into long, thin ribbons.
- Place in a large bowl.
- Add garlic, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño (if using).
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the lime juice, Bragg’s, vinegar, and sesame oil until emulsified.
- Pour dressing over the carrots and toss everything gently to coat.
- Sprinkle in sesame seeds (you can lightly grind them with a mortar & pestle if you want a more intense flavor).
- Cover & refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors soak in.
Storage:
This salad keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to 2 days. The carrots stay crisp, and the flavor just keeps getting better.
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