Carrot salad

Carrot salad, particularly the classic French version known as 'carottes râpées,' is a simple and refreshing dish made primarily from finely grated raw carrots. It's typically dressed with a light vinaigrette of lemon juice or vinegar, oil, and a touch of Dijon mustard, often seasoned with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs like parsley. This crisp, bright salad is a staple in French bistro cuisine and a popular side dish across Europe.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is low in calories, typically around 100-150 per serving, and is a good source of dietary fiber and carbohydrates from the carrots. It provides significant amounts of vitamin A (from beta-carotene), vitamin K, and potassium, with healthy fats coming from the oil-based dressing.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	52 kcal
Protein	1.2 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	0.3 g
Fiber	3.6 g
Sugar	5.3 g
Sodium	45 mg
Vitamin A	1070 µg RAE
Vitamin K	13.2 µg
Potassium	410 mg
Vitamin B6	0.18 mg
Biotin	6.1 µg
Manganese	0.14 mg
Vitamin C	6.3 mg
Phosphorus	35 mg

Per 1 cup (110 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, the raw preparation preserves the carrots' full vitamin and enzyme content, and the fat in the dressing helps the body absorb the fat-soluble beta-carotene. Culturally, it's a quintessential example of French 'cuisine de marché'—simple, market-fresh cooking that relies on quality ingredients rather than complex techniques.