Japanese Carrot Salad with Umami Dressing | Easy & Healthy Side Dish Recipe

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity flavor while being slightly healthier.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

black sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: white sesame seeds

💰Cheaper: none

White sesame seeds are more common and less expensive.

daikon radish

🥗Healthier: turnip

💰Cheaper: none

Turnip can provide a similar texture and flavor.

Slice the carrots into very thin strips using a mandoline or knife.

In a bowl, combine the sliced carrots, mayonnaise, ponzu sauce, and katobushi fish flakes.

Mix everything together until well combined.

Adjust the saltiness with salt if needed.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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