Vegan Carrot and Date Salad Recipe
Sweet, nutty, and bursting with fresh citrus flavour, this Carrot and Date Salad is a refreshing side that’s as colourful as it is delicious. Perfect for brightening up any meal.
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Ingredients
2 cups Carrots (finely grated)
2 Oranges
1/2 cup Dates (chopped)
1/2 cup Walnuts (chopped)
1 tbsp Sugar
Instructions
- Finely grate 2 cups carrots and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 orange and set aside.
- Peel the second orange and cut it into segments.
- Add the orange juice and orange segments to the grated carrots and mix lightly.
- Stir in 1/2 cup chopped dates and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
- Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sugar and toss gently to combine.
- Chill before serving for the best flavour.
Hints & Tips
- Use fresh oranges – Freshly squeezed juice makes the salad taste brighter and fresher.
- Toast the walnuts – Lightly toasting them will enhance their nutty flavour.
- Make it ahead – Prepare the salad a few hours in advance to let the flavours meld.
- Add spice – A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg works beautifully with the sweet carrots and dates.
- Serve chilled – This salad is most refreshing when served straight from the fridge.
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