Teresa's Recipes
Crisp Carrot and Escarole Salad with Honey Lemon Dressing
This Crisp Carrot and Escarole Salad with Honey Lemon Dressing is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for any occasion. It's packed with a unique blend of flavors and textures, combining the slightly bitter escarole with the sweetness of carrots and cherry tomatoes. The addition of toasted almonds adds a delightful crunch, while the honey lemon dressing ties it all together with a bright, sweet, and tangy twist. This salad not only tastes great, but it's also loaded with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy, well-balanced meal.
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, roughly chopped Toasted almonds
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
- 4 cups, chopped Escarole
- 2 cups, grated Carrots
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the grated carrots, chopped escarole, thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped toasted almonds, and finely chopped fresh parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing. Whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the honey lemon dressing over the salad mixture. Toss well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve the salad immediately for optimal crispness and enjoy the burst of flavors!
Tips
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- If escarole is not available, substitute with another slightly bitter green like radicchio or endive.