Description
A delicious and healthy Low-Carb Roasted Carrot and Ginger Sesame Slaw recipe that is perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups carrots, peeled and julienned
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the julienned carrots with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- While the carrots are roasting, prepare the dressing by whisking together sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Once the carrots are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted carrots, dressing, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions. Toss until everything is well mixed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- You can also substitute the carrots with zucchini or cucumber for a refreshing twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg