Carrot Salad With Pumpkin Seeds; A Wholesome Hug On Your Plate

Want to try something unique and delicious salad apart from all the monotonous green leaves salad? Try out this carrot salad with a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, full of fibre and nutrition to keep you strong and healthy.

Healthline confirms the health benefits of carrots. It explains "Carrots offer many plant compounds, including carotenoids. These are substances with powerful antioxidant activity that have been linked to improved immune function and reduced risk of many illnesses, including heart disease, various degenerative ailments, and certain types of cancer."

With just few ingredient on your table you can whip up a delish salad for you and your loved ones.

Carrot Salad with Pumpkin Seeds
 

Ingredients

5 cups grated carrots (4-5 medium carrots)
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 tsp. fresh thyme
1/3 cup salted pumpkin seeds (if using unsalted, add more salt to the salad)
1/2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. maple syrup
1/2 tsp. apple vinegar
a pinch of salt (optional)

Directions

In the small bowl, whisk together the mustard, oil, maple syrup, and apple vinegar. Note: this amount will be enough to lightly coat the salad; you may want to increase it.

Gently combine the carrots with the herbs and dressing in a medium bowl. Try and adjust the taste if necessary – you may need a touch of salt or black pepper.

You can serve this salad immediately, but it will be only better if you cover and refrigerate it for an hour or even longer. Sprinkle with the pumpkin seeds just before serving (otherwise, they will be soggy.) Enjoy!

(Carrot Salad with Pumpkin Seeds Recipe: havocinthekitchen.com)