Gluten-Free Viral TikTok Carrot Salad: Quick Crunch You’ll Love

A vibrant Gluten-Free Viral TikTok Carrot Salad with crunchy carrot ribbons in a tangy dressing, ready in just 10 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 80

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 medium Carrots Freshly peeled and shaved into ribbons
1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, optional
2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Toasted, for crunch
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice preference

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium recommended
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey or agave
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Use sparingly
1 clove Garlic Freshly minced
1 teaspoon Ginger Powder Fresh ginger can be used

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
whisk
Vegetable peeler

Method

Preparation Steps

Scrub the fresh carrots and peel them. Shave the carrots into thin ribbons and place in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and maple syrup until combined.
Add minced garlic, ginger powder, and sesame oil to the dressing, letting it sit for a minute to infuse.
Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons and gently toss to ensure even coating.
Add chopped cilantro and red pepper flakes, adjusting spice to taste, and toss again.
Before serving, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and toss lightly to distribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 11000IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor. Add sesame seeds right before serving for optimal crunch.

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