This shredded carrot salad has simple and clean ingredients that even the strictest dieters can enjoy without limits. The flavors of the garlic and coriander give this salad such an amazing fragrant flavor.
If you’ve ever been to any Russian or Slavic wedding you’ve more likely seen this salad along with many other Russian cuisines like:
- Eggplant salad
- rice stuffed chicken thighs
- Russian beet salad
- purple cabbage salad
- cabbage cucumber salad
How to make shredded carrot salad
- Combine the salt, pepper, sugar, coriander, paprika, and cayenne in a small bowl.
- Shred up the peeled carrot using a mandolin. Then put the shredded carrots into a large bowl and mix it with the spices.
- Pour in the white vinegar and mix thoroughly.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan until it’s smoking hot. Pour it over the seasoned shredded carrots and mix it with the grated garlic.
Ingredients for shredded carrot salad
- shredded carrot
- salt
- black pepper
- granulated sugar
- ground coriander
- paprika
- cayenne
- garlic
- white vinegar
- vegetable oil
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How to shred carrots
There are a few different ways to shred carrots.
- Mandoline– this is my preferred method for this salad because it produces long thin carrot slices.
- Food processor– if you don’t have a mandolin, a food processor will get the job done even faster.
- Box Grater– is the least expensive option and also works very well for this shredded carrot salad.
What to serve with shredded carrot salad?
- We usually serve this fresh carrot salad with any grilled meat like grilled chicken kebabs
- Since you’re already going to be shredded things, might as well serve it with another recipe that requires a little shredded. These paleo chicken zucchini fritters are a great option.
- We also like to serve it with this easy braised beef and some mashed potatoes.
Note: This recipe was originally posted on Nov 15, 2016, we have updated it since.
Shredded Carrot Salad
Prep Time
25 mins
Total Time
25 mins
The flavors of the garlic and coriander give this shredded carrot salad such a wonderful flavor. It's almost hard to believe its this healthy.
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Asian, Russian
Keyword:
Shredded carrot salad
Servings: 10
Calories: 144 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb. shredded carrot
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 2 garlic cloves grated or pressed
- 4 tbsp vinegar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
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In a small prep bowl, combine salt, pepper, sugar, coriander, paprika, and cayenne.
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Shred the carrot using a mandolin. Place the shredded carrots into a large bowl and toss with the spices.
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Add the vinegar and mix to thoroughly coat.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet until it's smoking hot. Pour it over the shredded carrots and toss it with the grated garlic.
Nutrition Facts
Shredded Carrot Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144
Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g
17%
Saturated Fat 8g
40%
Sodium 295mg
12%
Potassium 296mg
8%
Total Carbohydrates 11g
4%
Dietary Fiber 2g
8%
Sugars 6g
Vitamin A
304.6%
Vitamin C
6.8%
Calcium
3.5%
Iron
2.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Olesya says
July 10, 2018 at 11:11 pmBest carrot salad out there! Everytime there is a big family gathering, they ask me to make this salad and it’s pretty much gone instantly!
simplyhomecooked says
July 11, 2018 at 4:29 pmThats so awesome Olesya! Thank you for taking the time to leave your awesome recipe review 🙂
Katy | Her Cup of Joy says
December 8, 2017 at 5:59 amI made this salad for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! My family loves this salad 🙂
simplyhomecooked says
December 9, 2017 at 8:29 amI’m glad this salad was a hit for you and your family Katy 🙂
Alyona says
January 17, 2017 at 10:05 amI’ve tried this method a few times during the holidays, it always turned out great. Love how carrots keep their color nice and bright with this recipe. Won’t be buying special spice packets anymore.
simplyhomecooked says
January 17, 2017 at 10:27 amThank you for taking the time to write such a kind review of this recipe Alyona 🙂
Oksana says
December 21, 2016 at 7:51 pmHow long can this salad be kept in the fridge? (Trying to see how to prep for the party 😉
Luda says
November 19, 2016 at 1:16 amYour carrot slices so nice please post what kind shredded did you use
Thank you for receipe
simplyhomecooked says
November 21, 2016 at 9:27 pmHi Luda, here is the link where you can buy the mandoline I use. https://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-Power-Mandoline-V-7000/dp/B003CN6Q1Y
Olga says
November 18, 2016 at 7:32 amCan you please post a pic of the mandolin you use? I am trying to find one that I would love that could do this kind of grate and also to shred cabbage, but not sure what to buy. Thank you!