Korean Carrot Salad
Shredded raw carrots, caramelized onions, and refreshing cilantro tossed with pungent spices and apple cider vinegar makes a great addition to any meal.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 1 yellow onion finely diced
- 8 medium carrots peeled, about 2 pounds
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons unrefined salt
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Heat ¼ cup avocado oil in a large stainless steel pan over medium heat. Add the 1 yellow onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Thinly slice 8 medium carrots or use a julienne peeler to shred them into fine, uniform strips. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add 4 garlic cloves, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, 2 teaspoons unrefined salt, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, ¼ teaspoon ground cumin, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to carrots and toss to combine well.
- Add the cooked and cooled onions, along with the olive oil from the pan, to the shredded carrots. Toss everything together until well combined, then let it sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to develop.
Notes
Storage: Store the morkovcha salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 days. It tastes better with time. Just give it a quick toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.
Helpful Tips:
- Use a julienne peeler or mandoline to get even, thin strips of carrots without too much effort. If makes a big different in texture, appearance, and taste!
- Let the onions cool fully before adding them to the carrots. If they're too hot, they'll cook the carrots slightly and throw off the crisp, refreshing crunch.
- Taste before serving - you might want to adjust the salt or vinegar after it's had time to sit, depending on your preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 1250mg | Potassium: 462mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 20384IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg