Carrot Manchego Salad Recipe

Name: Carrot Manchego Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 or 10 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thin coins on a mandoline or with the slicing attachment of a food processor (to yield 5 cups; see Notes); About 2 1/4 tsp. salt, divided; 1 small garlic clove; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (see Notes); 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon mild honey; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro, plus several cilantro leaves for garnish; 5 1/2 tablespoons fruity extra-virgin olive oil; 3 ounces manchego cheese (see Notes), shaved with a vegetable peeler; 10 whole Bibb lettuce leaves, washed and dried

Servings: persons

9 or 10 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thin coins on a mandoline or with the slicing attachment of a food processor (to yield 5 cups; see Notes)
About 2 1/4 tsp. salt, divided
1 small garlic clove
1 teaspoon cumin seeds (see Notes)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon mild honey
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro, plus several cilantro leaves for garnish
5 1/2 tablespoons fruity extra-virgin olive oil
3 ounces manchego cheese (see Notes), shaved with a vegetable peeler
10 whole Bibb lettuce leaves, washed and dried

1
Toss sliced carrots with 2 tsp. salt and put in a colander. Put a plate on top of carrots, weigh down with a 1-lb. can, and set in sink to drain for 1 hour.
2
Meanwhile, chop garlic, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and mash to a paste on a cutting board with the flat side of a chef's knife. In a small frying pan, toast cumin seeds over medium heat until fragrant, 1 minute, and grind finely with a mortar and pestle (or put cooled seeds in a resealable plastic bag and crush with a meat mallet or the underside of a small heavy frying pan). In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, cumin, orange juice, sherry vinegar, honey, pepper, remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, and minced cilantro; whisk in olive oil.
3
Rinse carrots and turn onto a clean dish towel. Gently dry with another towel. In a large bowl, toss carrots with half of the vinaigrette and the shaved cheese. Divide lettuce leaves among plates and drizzle lightly with remaining vinaigrette. Layer carrots on top and crown with cilantro leaves.
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Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

432

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 or 10 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thin coins on a mandoline or with the slicing attachment of a food processor (to yield 5 cups; see Notes), About 2 1/4 tsp. salt, divided, 1 small garlic clove, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (see Notes), and more.

Yes, Carrot Manchego Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Carrot Manchego Salad

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