Carrot Salsa/Salad/Side Dish Recipe

Name: Carrot Salsa/Salad/Side Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb baby carrots; 12 medium red onion; 12 medium green bell pepper; 5 ounces grape tomatoes; ½ cup light Italian dressing; ½ cup ketchup; ½ cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 lb baby carrots
12 medium red onion
12 medium green bell pepper
5 ounces grape tomatoes
½ cup light Italian dressing
½ cup ketchup
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
salt and pepper, to taste

1
Cook carrots till tender in microwave (about 4-6 minutes).
2
Chop red onion and green bell pepper.
3
FOR SALSA: Cut carrots into bite-sized pieces (cutting them in half usually does the trick unless you have the fatter baby carrots).
4
FOR SALAD OR SIDE DISH: Leave carrots whole.
5
Combine marinade ingredients in a medium bowl (use one that has a good fitting lid).
6
Toss in the veggies, except the grape tomatoes.
7
Now, smash each grape tomato over the bowl (I just give them a quick squeeze or two in the middle using my fingers as I drop them in the bowl).
8
FOR SALSA OR SALAD: Cover and refrigerate at least an hour (overnight is even better).
9
FOR SIDE DISH: heat in the microwave for about 2-3 minutes.

521

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 lb baby carrots, 12 medium red onion, 12 medium green bell pepper, 5 ounces grape tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Carrot Salsa/Salad/Side Dish 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carrot Salsa/Salad/Side Dish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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