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Mojo Carrot Salad

A refreshing side salad featuring tender carrot coins tossed in a citrusy garlic dressing with sliced red onion.

20 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb carrots, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp orange juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb thinly sliced carrots and cook for 4 minutes until crisp-tender, then drain and cool.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, whisk 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp salt to make dressing.

  4. 4

    Toss cooled carrots and 1/2 thinly sliced red onion in the dressing.

  5. 5

    Top with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and serve chilled.

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Questions

How do I know when Mojo Carrot Salad is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until crisp-tender.

Is there a substitute for cilantro in Mojo Carrot Salad?

The entry for Mojo Carrot Salad calls for 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Is Mojo Carrot Salad low-carb?

A serving of Mojo Carrot Salad carries 11 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 55 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 11 percent.

How many carbs are in Mojo Carrot Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 11 g of carbohydrate in about 110 calories, with 1 g protein and 7 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 220 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Mojo Carrot Salad ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. The base of Mojo Carrot Salad is carrots, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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