This vibrant salad combines the crispness of watermelon radish with the sweetness of carrots, enhanced by a nutty sesame dressing. Perfect as a side or a light snack, it adds a burst of color and flavor to any table.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium purple daikon
- 1 medium radish
- 2 large carrots
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, thinly slice the daikon, radish and carrots into long ribbons.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ribbons.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, sesame seeds, salt, and pepper.
4. Drizzle the sesame dressing over the radish and carrot ribbons, and toss gently to combine.
5. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
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