Nut and Bolts:

French -Style Carrot Salad is such a simple dish, but it packs a punch of flavor. I got this recipe many years ago in a newsletter from the Washington Green Grocer. It looks pretty and bright; it is one of those salads that are so inexpensive to make but is an excellent addition to luncheon, picnic, or potluck.

My Thoughts on French-Style Carrot Salad:

1. Super easy to make.

2. If you are in a hurry, use a food processor to grate the carrots.

3. This salad is an excellent side in the summer for a picnic or BBQ.

Method: 

You will need 1 lb. of carrots, 3 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice, 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, ¼ salt tsp. plus more to taste, ⅛ tsp of pressed or crushed garlic (About ½ clove of garlic)

Important tip: Carrots are the crucial ingredient in this dish. I like to make this salad when I get garden-fresh carrots from my CSA, garden, or a farm stand. So, try to get the best quality carrot available.

Prepare the carrots by washing, peeling, and trimming the ends off. Then cut them into segments to use in the food processor or mandolin to grate the carrots into long thin strips.

Important tip: Traditionally, this salad is made with matchsticks of carrots. But, it tastes just as good if you grate the carrots. It is just important that they are cut into long thin strips. 

After grating carrots in a food processor or mandolin, add them to a medium bowl and toss them with the lemon juice. Then, add the rest of the ingredients and toss again. Taste and adjust the seasoning. This is good when eaten right away, but it is even better after resting for a few hours.

Final Thoughts on French-Style Carrot Salad:

I enjoy this carrot salad a lot, so I like to eat it just as a salad. Every now and then, I make a sandwich with this salad and hummus. It is a light salad that is great on hot summer's day or dreaming of a hot summer's day. I hope you enjoy this salad in your mess.