Turkish carrot salad (Havuç Tarator)

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess while being lower in fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a similar flavor.

Shred the carrots using a grater.

Add olive oil, shredded carrots, and salt to a frying pan.

Cook the mixture for about 2-3 minutes, keeping an eye on it to prevent burning.

Once the carrots are ready and have lost their moisture, turn off the heat and transfer them to a bowl to cool completely.

After the carrots have cooled, add pepper, smashed garlic, walnuts, and yogurt to the bowl.

Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly.

Transfer the mixture to a flat plate for presentation.

Drizzle olive oil on top and garnish with parsley if desired.

Refrigerate for approximately one hour before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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