Indian Carrot Salad Recipe
This Carrot Salad is studded with cashews and tossed in the most flavorful Indian curry dressing. Simple to make, healthy vegan, this carrot salad recipe is so addicting!
How to Make the Best Indian Carrot Salad
This Indian Carrot Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings together the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with warm curry spices and a zesty lime dressing. The combination of textures—from crunchy carrots and toasted cashews to plump raisins—makes every bite interesting and satisfying.
What sets this carrot salad apart from the ordinary is the incredible curry dressing. The blend of turmeric, yellow curry powder, and a hint of cayenne creates a flavor profile that’s both exotic and comforting. The addition of fresh ginger and garlic adds depth, while the lime juice and maple syrup balance everything out with the perfect sweet-tart finish.
Best of all, this salad is naturally vegan and incredibly healthy. It’s packed with vitamins and antioxidants, making it an excellent side dish for any meal. Make it ahead of time—the flavors only get better as they meld together in the refrigerator over the next few days.
Indian Carrot Salad
This Carrot Salad is studded with cashews and tossed in the most flavorful Indian curry dressing. Simple to make, healthy vegan, this carrot salad recipe is so addicting!
Ingredients
Salad
Curry Dressing
Instructions
Salad
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and toss well. Taste. Adjust salt, acid and sweetness to taste.
- This will keep up to 4 days in the fridge.
Notes
- Feel free to use store-bought matchstick carrots to save time.
- Use a garlic press for the garlic and ginger paste for the ginger to make prep easier.
- For a milder salad, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
