Sesame, Sunflower and Carrot Salad

  Lunch

I love the harmonizing colors of the ingredients that make this a beautiful salad to serve, and a super healthy salad to eat. It's a versatile side that goes with everything!

Sesame, Sunflower and Carrot Salad

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + chilling
YIELD: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 6 medium carrots
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1/2 cup sunflower kernels, toasted
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins

  • DRESSING:
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • 1. Shred carrots with a hand grater or in a food processor fitted with grating attachment. Place carrots in a large bowl with next 4 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour dressing over the carrot mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 283 calories, 21g fat (3g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.

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