Carrot Salad with Coriander Vinaigrette and Pistachios

Name: Carrot Salad with Coriander Vinaigrette and Pistachios
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1/4 c pistachios (shelled); 3/4 tsp coriander seeds; 1 garlic clove (finely miced); 3 tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 c olive oil; 1 lb carrot (peeled and grated); 1 c fresh cilantro leaves (coarsely chopped); salt (to taste)

ehmusings

5 years ago

Originally found on A Beautiful Plate.

Carrot Salad with Coriander Vinaigrette and Pistachios

This is a delicious side salad that is packed with flavor.

Course salad, Side Dish

Servings 4 people

Prep Time 10 minutes

Passive Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

1/4 c pistachios shelled
3/4 tsp coriander seeds
1 garlic clove finely miced
3 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 c olive oil
1 lb carrot peeled and grated
1 c fresh cilantro leaves coarsely chopped
salt to taste

Instructions

Using a skillet toast the pistachios until fragrant. Should be 5 minutes on low heat. Set aside. Using same skillet toast the coriander seeds until fragrant 4-6 minutes. Coarsely chop and set aside. In a small bowl or jar mix the garlic, lemon juice, red pepper, and olive oil. Mix well. Add coriander seeds and salt to taste. Toss the grated carrots with the dressing and let sit for 30 minutes. Add the pistachios and cilantro and serve.