German Carrot Salad (Karottensalat)

4.76 from 37 votes

A delicious grated carrot salad with apple. This easy carrot salad recipe is vegan and gluten free.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine German

Prep Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings people

Calories 134kcal

Author Marita

2 tablespoon sunflower oil or any other plant based oil
2 tablespoon cider vinegar alternativley use white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar alternatively use an alternative sweetener such as honey or sugar replacement

2 tablespoon fresh herbs such as chives or parsley
2 tablespoon seeds or nuts such as sunflower or pumpkin seeds, walnuts or hazelnuts.

Peel the carrots and remove the tops.
400 g carrots
Peel and core the apple.
1 apple
Using a hand grater or a foodprocessor, shred the carrots into thin strips, ensuring they retain some texture. Repeat with the apple.
In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the sunflower oil, vinegar, lemon juice, andsugar until well combined.
2 tablespoon sunflower oil, 2 tablespoon cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon sugar
Pour the dressing over the shredded carrots and apple, tossing gently to coat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Let the salad marinate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to blend.
Before serving, garnish with freshherbs such as parsley or chives (optional).For added texture and flavor, sprinkle with nuts, seeds, or raisins.
2 tablespoon fresh herbs, 2 tablespoon seeds or nuts
Serve chilled and enjoy!