Carrot Salad with Miso-Peanut Dressing

Carrot Salad with Miso-Peanut Dressing

Serves 4-6
By author Margaret @ The Right Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1lb medium carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper (cut into fine julienne with a sharp knife)
  • 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoon water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup roasted and salted peanuts (chopped)

Directions

1. Peel the carrots then shred them with a julienne peeler or adjustable blade slicer.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, miso paste, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and soy sauce. Add 1-2 tablespoons warm water to make a thick yet pourable dressing. Taste and season with pepper and salt, if needed.
3. Add carrots and the red bell pepper to the dressing and toss well.
4. Top with cilantro and chopped peanuts just before serving.