The French Carrot Salad You’ve Been Missing

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard has similar flavor with less acidity.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being versatile.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro adds a fresh twist while dried parsley is budget-friendly.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice provides a similar acidity, vinegar is cost-effective.

For the dressing, in a large mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, cumin, salt, and pepper. Then whisk in olive oil pouring slowly until emulsified.

Grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Use the fine grating side or disc for a light, delicate texture. Add to the dressing.

Add the julienned apple, chopped parsley, sliced shallot and walnuts.

Toss well to combine. Let it sit for at least 10-20 minutes refrigerated before serving to soak up the flavour.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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