This 5-Minute Soy and Sesame Shaved Carrot Salad uses just five simple ingredients and is absolutely packed with umami flavor! The perfect quick and easy side salad to pretty much any dish!
Friends, I hate to brag, but I was making this Soy and Sesame Shaved Carrot Salad longgggg before it went viral.
Yup, that’s right, I’ve been a fan (and testing it to perfection) for years. But as a Registered Dietitian, I’d be remiss not to say: while this shredded carrot salad doesn’t have the magical healing powers TikTok might claim… it is still THAT delicious.
So what DOES this raw carrot salad have going on? Just a little something called bright, savory, nutty magic, with a punch of umami to keep things interesting!
Thin ribbons of sweet, crunchy carrots soak up a salty splash of soy sauce, a drizzle of toasty sesame oil, and a zingy hit of rice vinegar. Toss in some sesame seeds for crunch, and you’ve got a 5-minute flavor bomb that’s fresh, satisfying, and adding a big dose of veggies to your meal!
Simple, bold, and seriously addictive.
And look, I’m no stranger to absolutely delicious salads, but I have a feeling this one might be your new favorite.
Warning: This salad may cause sudden cravings for something crispy, sticky, and totally addictive. Lucky for you, my 20-Minute Ginger Sesame Tofu is the perfect match!
Minimal Ingredients, Maximum Flavor
Every single one of these ingredients adds SO much flavor to this salad!
Shaved carrots: I used a good ol’ fashioned veggie peeler for this. No fancy tools needed!
Soy sauce: For that salty, umami goodness.
Sesame oil: Don’t skip this! It adds that deep, nutty flavor that makes everything taste next-level.
Rice vinegar: Just a splash for a little tangy brightness. I’ve tested apple cider vinegar instead and it works great, too!
Sesame seeds: For a bit of crunch and extra sesame vibes!
If you love this salad’s flavor profile, you NEED to check out my Sesame-Lime Cabbage Salad! Another crisp, crave-worthy recipe that brings major tangy-sesame vibes!
Meet Your New Favorite Way to Eat Carrots
I promise, once you try this, you’ll be hooked!
5-Minute Soy and Sesame Shaved Carrot Salad
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots shaved, I used a vegetable peeler
- 1½ tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Add the shaved carrots to a large bowl, then add the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce and sesame seeds. Toss well to combine and enjoy!
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