🥕 No-Cook Marinated Carrot Salad | Crisp, Tangy & Full of Flavor

This no-cook marinated carrot salad is fresh, colorful, and incredibly easy to make. Packed with shredded carrots, herbs, garlic, and a flavorful vinegar dressing, it’s perfect as a side dish or for meal prep. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!

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📝 Ingredients

* 🥕 1 kg (2.2 lb) carrots, peeled and grated

* 🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced

* 🌿 ½ cup chopped fresh parsley or dill

* 🌶️ 1 red chili, finely chopped (optional)

* 🧂 1 tbsp salt

* 🍬 2 tbsp sugar

* 🍎 ½ cup apple cider vinegar or white vinegar

* 🫒 ⅓ cup vegetable or olive oil

* 🧂 1 tsp black pepper

* 🌿 1 tsp coriander seeds or mixed herbs (optional)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.

2. Add the garlic, parsley, chili, salt, sugar, black pepper, and herbs.

3. Pour in the vinegar and oil, then toss everything until well combined.

4. Let the salad rest for 30–60 minutes so the flavors can develop.

5. Transfer to clean sterilized jars and refrigerate.

6. Serve chilled as a side dish with grilled meats, sandwiches, or rice.

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💡 Tips

* ❄️ For the best flavor, chill overnight before serving.

* 🌶️ Adjust the chili to your preferred spice level.

* 🫙 Stored in the refrigerator, it keeps well for up to 1 week in clean, sealed jars.

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⏱️ Time

* Prep Time: 20 minutes

* Rest Time: 1 hour

* Servings: 8–10