Side dishe for 4
Carrot Salad
Shredded carrots soak in a bright lemon-lime dressing with garlic, ginger, chili, coriander, and peanuts.
$4.36for 4 servings
$1.09 per serving$4.36 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Carrots$1.09/lb typical | 1.1 lb | $1.19Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 2 | $1.20Typical price |
| Poblano and other fresh chiles$0.60 each typical | 1 | $0.60Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.5 | $0.30Typical price |
| Fresh ginger$0.40/oz typical | a little | $0.07Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.05Typical price |
| Green onions$1.19 each typical | a little | $0.17Typical price |
| Nuts and seeds$0.70/oz typical | 1.25 oz | $0.79Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $4.36 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsMustard, mayo, ketchupAsian sauces and pastesSoy sauce
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 7 carrots
- 1 lemon
- 1 lime
- 3 tbsp mirin seasoning
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 red chili
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp ginger
- 1 tbsp coriander
- 1 green onion
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
Steps
- Shred the carrots and place them in a large bowl.
- Whisk the sugar, lemon juice, lime juice, mirin, mustard, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the carrots and toss until evenly coated.
- Slice the chili and green onion, then add them with the coriander and peanuts.
- Chill the salad for 20 minutes, then toss again before serving.
Swaps
- Carrots for Sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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