Simple and quick carrot salad that’s the perfect side salad that can be made ahead for easy weeknight dinner option.
Carrots are shredded into ribbons using a vegetable peeler and served with homemade buttermilk ranch dressing.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE SIMPLE CARROT SALAD
- Fresh carrots
- Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
- Cilantro
CARROT SALAD COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
There are no real cooking instructions. Just peel the carrots and make the dressing unless you’re using store-bought.
COOKING CONSIDERATIONS & TIPS
Use a vegetable peeler, mandolin, or sharp knife to shred the carrots. Peeler and mandolin are the ways to go, as they cut down time and be more efficient
Choose the freshest carrots you can find for a true carrot taste.
Do your shredding ahead of time and store in a ziplock back, then just serve with your dressing when you’re ready.
The homemade buttermilk dressing is worth the time. It’s flavorful and a great compliment to the salad.
Feel free to add more ingredients for a more traditional carrot salad recipe. I’m not a raisins in my salad kinda guy, but if that’s your thing go ahead and rock that along with apples.
Serve with a big plate of cajun rice and gravy.
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Ingredients
- 1 lbs carrots shredded
- ½ cup buttermilk ranch dressing
- 1 bunch cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Shred carrots into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandolin.
- Place in a bowl. Toss with the ranch dressing.
- Serve with cilantro