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Carrot and Gruyere Salad
Invigorate your senses with this vibrant Carrot and Gruyere Salad, an exquisite symphony of textures and flavors. Crisp, sweet carrots, creamy Gruyere cheese, and juicy raisins are beautifully intertwined with crunchy walnuts and fresh parsley. A zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, sweetened with a drizzle of honey, ups the ante, making each bite a delight. This Swiss-inspired salad, with its roots in the Alpine region, is a refreshing twist on tradition. It's perfect as a stand-alone lunch or a lively accompaniment to a main course.
Ingredients
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon or to taste
- Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon or to taste
- Honey
- 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Walnuts
- 1/2 cup, chopped
- Raisins
- 1/2 cup
- Gruyere cheese
- 1 cup, grated
- Carrots
- 4 cups, grated
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the grated carrots, Gruyere cheese, raisins, chopped walnuts, and finely chopped fresh parsley. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing. Whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, and honey until emulsified. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Slowly pour the dressing over the carrot mixture. Using salad spoons, toss the salad gently until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the salad chilled. Enjoy it as a light, standalone lunch or as a side dish with your main course.
Tips
- For a variation, you can substitute Gruyere with sharp Cheddar or Emmental cheese.
- Toasting the walnuts before adding them to the salad enhances their flavor and crunchiness.
- You can also add other dried fruits like cranberries or apricots for a different flavor profile.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Salad Prep Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 30 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 24g Carbs: 26g Protein: 12g Sodium: 290mg Sugar: 16g
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