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Flavorful Carrot Ribbon Salad Recipe Easy Honey Harissa Dressing with Toasted Seeds

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A fresh and vibrant carrot ribbon salad tossed with a sweet and smoky honey harissa dressing and topped with crunchy toasted seeds. Perfect for quick lunches or lively dinner sides.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, peeled into ribbons
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon harissa paste
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup mixed pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds, toasted
  • A handful of chopped cilantro or parsley (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the peeled carrots lengthwise into thin ribbons, stopping at the core. Place ribbons in a mixing bowl.
  2. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add pumpkin and sunflower seeds and stir frequently until they start to pop and smell nutty, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together honey, harissa paste, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth and emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons and toss gently but thoroughly to coat. Add toasted seeds and toss lightly again. Sprinkle fresh herbs if using and toss gently.
  5. Let the salad sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and carrots to soften slightly before serving.

Notes

Use a sharp vegetable peeler for best ribbons. Toast seeds on medium heat and stir constantly to avoid burning. Adjust harissa amount to control heat level. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Add toasted seeds just before serving to maintain crunch.

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Keywords: carrot salad, honey harissa dressing, toasted seeds, quick salad, healthy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad

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