Swedish carrot salad

Morotssallad is a classic Swedish carrot salad, typically featuring grated carrots dressed in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette. It's a staple side dish in Swedish home cooking and is commonly served alongside meatballs, roasted meats, or at festive buffets like the julbord (Christmas buffet).

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is low in protein and fat, with its calories primarily coming from the natural sugars in carrots and added sugar in the dressing. It's an excellent source of Vitamin A and provides a good amount of dietary fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	1.2 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	3.8 g
Sugar	16 g
Sodium	180 mg
Vitamin A	12000 IU (240% DV)
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin K	13 mcg
Vitamin C	6 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg
Biotin	6 mcg
Folate	22 mcg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes this salad unique is its characteristic sweet-and-sour flavor profile, often achieved with a combination of vinegar, sugar, and sometimes a hint of cream or mayonnaise. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of beta-carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A, essential for vision and immune health.