Viral Carrot Ribbon Salad Dressing: A TikTok Sensation That’s Worth the Hype
This carrot ribbon salad dressing went viral for a reason — it’s fresh, bold, and endlessly customizable. From sesame-soy blends to creamy harissa-tahini, it transforms humble carrot ribbons into the most craveable salad on your table.
Equipment
- 1 Vegetable peeler For ribboning carrots
- 1 Mixing Bowl For whisking dressing
- 1 Whisk For blending ingredients
Ingredients
For the Salad
- Amount Unit Name Notes
- 4 Large carrots Peeled into thin ribbons
- For Basic Sesame-Soy Dressing
- | 2 | tbsp | Rice vinegar | |
- | 1 | tbsp | Soy sauce | Low sodium preferred |
- | 1 | tsp | Sesame oil | Toasted |
- | 1 | tsp | Maple syrup | Or honey |
- | 1 | tsp | Fresh ginger | Grated |
- | 1 | clove| Garlic | Minced optional |
- Optional Garnishes
- | 1 | tbsp | Sesame seeds | Toasted |
- | 1 | | Scallion | Thinly sliced |
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrot Ribbons
- Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrots lengthwise into thin ribbons. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk the Dressing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and garlic until fully emulsified.
- Combine and Rest
- Pour the dressing over the carrot ribbons. Toss well to coat evenly. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to absorb.
- Serve
- Plate the salad and top with sesame seeds and sliced scallions. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Carbs: 11g
- Fat: 4.5g
- Protein: 1.2g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg