Low Calorie French Shredded Carrot Salad Recipe
This simple and delicious French shredded salad is made from shredded carrots in a simple lemon dressing. It is a light and healthy low calorie alternative without mayonnaise that is a cinch to make, keeps well, and is good for you. Just one taste and you'll begin to understand how French women manage to stay slim while enjoying delicious food!
Servings: 4
Calories: 75
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound carrots, peeled and grated into long thin strips (about 3 cups)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard (or more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, chives or a combination
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the carrots in a medium-size glass bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, sugar and mustard until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the carrots.
- Add the parsley and/or chives.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and toss to coat.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings to suit your tastes.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to give the flavors a chance to blend and toss again before serving.
Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1/2 cup
2 *SmartPoints (Green plan)
2 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)
2 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)
2 *PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition Facts
Low Calorie French Shredded Carrot Salad Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 /2 cup)
Calories 75
Calories from Fat 39
% Daily Value*
Fat 4.3g7%
Carbohydrates 9.1g3%
Fiber 2.2g9%
Protein 1.3g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.