Sweet and sour carrot salad
Sweet and sour carrot salad is a refreshing, crunchy dish made primarily from grated or julienned carrots, tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing often featuring vinegar, sugar, and a touch of oil. It's a popular side dish in various cuisines, notably in German and Eastern European cooking, where it's known as 'Karottensalat'.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This salad is generally low in fat and protein but can be moderate in carbohydrates, mainly from the natural sugars in carrots and any added sugar in the dressing. It's a good source of fiber, vitamin A, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing around 80-120 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 16 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin A | 12000 IU |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple at German butcher shops and holiday meals, valued for its palate-cleansing properties. Nutritionally, the combination of raw carrots and a vinegar-based dressing may help enhance the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin A.
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