Grated Carrot Salad
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Vegan Gluten-free French

Grated Carrot Salad

A bright French-style salad of finely grated carrots tossed with lemon, parsley, and a lightly sweet mustard dressing. It is crisp, fresh, and best served after a short rest.

15 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Grate the peeled carrots on the large holes of a box grater, working into a wide bowl. Break up any long clumps with your fingers so the strands can coat evenly.
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2
Whisk the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until the dressing looks smooth and lightly emulsified, about 30 seconds.
3
Pour the dressing over the carrots and add the chopped parsley. Toss with forks or clean hands until every strand is glossy and evenly coated.
4
Rest the salad at room temperature for 10 minutes, then taste and adjust the salt or lemon if needed. Serve lightly chilled or at room temperature.
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Why this recipe works

Grating exposes the carrots to the dressing while preserving a clean, crisp bite. Lemon brings lift, mustard adds savory depth, and a small amount of sugar rounds out the carrot's natural sweetness.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The carrots will soften slightly over time; stir before serving.

How to reheat it

Do not reheat. Serve chilled or let the salad stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition / serving

163kcal
1.68 gprotein
16.78 gcarbs
10.73 gfat
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Published 15 Aug 2026 · updated 16 Aug 2026