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Carrot Salad With Pistachios + Queso Fresco + Shallot Dressing
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Carrot Salad With Pistachios + Queso Fresco + Shallot Dressing
Instructions
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Using a vegetable peeler, peel carrots into long ribbons. Alternatively, you can shred them in a food processor. Cover carrots with a wet paper towel to keep fresh.
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To make the dressing, add shallot, white wine vinegar, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and honey to a food processor. Pulse until combined. Drizzle in olive oil until emulsified. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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To prepare salad, add the queso fresco, pistachios, and parsley. Toss with the shallot dressing, to taste. Start with half the dressing and add more as needed. Serve immediately. To make the recipe ahead, combine everything but the pistachios. Add the pistachios right before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Carrot Ribbon Magic 🥕Use a vegetable peeler to create long, elegant carrot ribbons - rotate the carrot as you peel to get uniform, delicate strips that absorb dressing beautifully.
- Toasting Pistachio Perfection 🥜Always toast pistachios in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to enhance their nutty flavor and create a crunchier texture before adding to the salad.
- Shallot Dressing Technique 🧅Finely mince shallots and let them sit in the vinegar for 5-10 minutes to soften their sharp edge and infuse the dressing with a more balanced flavor.
- Queso Fresco Crumbling Pro Tip 🧀Crumble queso fresco just before serving to maintain its delicate texture and prevent it from becoming too soggy in the salad.
- Make-Ahead Moisture Management 💦If preparing in advance, keep the dressing and carrot ribbons separate until just before serving to prevent wilting and maintain the salad's crisp texture.
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