Asian Carrot Salad with Thai Basil, Lime, and Roasted Sesame Oil
A simple and vibrant Asian carrot salad with crunchy carrots, zingy lime juice, fragrant Thai basil, and nutty roasted sesame oil. So fresh, so easy, and so good.
Servings: 3
Equipment
- Box grater or food processor
Ingredients
- 750 g carrots about 5–6 medium
- 2-3 large sprigs Thai basil approx. 20 g
- 60-100 ml fresh lime juice about 1 small lime
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons untoasted sesame oil or neutral oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends off the carrots, peel them, and coarsely grate using a food processor or box grater.
- Rinse the Thai basil. Remove the stems and coarsely chop the leaves.
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, basil, lime juice, roasted sesame oil, and sesame oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss well and serve fresh.