Recipes
Asian Carrot Salad with Peanuts
Cooking Times
Ready in: 10 minutes
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 large, cut into long strips Bunch Carrots
- 3 Cal-Organic green onions
- 2 tbsp. rice vinegar
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. fish sauce
- 1 tsp. Sriracha, sambal or other hot sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
Directions
- Cut carrots lengthwise into long, thin strips. Slice green onions on a bias.
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, lime, honey, fish sauce and optional hot sauce.
- Add the carrots and green onions to the bowl and toss until coated. Transfer to a serving platter or bowl.
- Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and serve immediately.
Tips for Storing Carrots
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Containers
Store carrots in a resealable plastic bag or other airtight container.
Shelf Life
To extend the shelf life of your carrots, you can place a damp paper towel in the bag or container, but avoid storing carrots in water as it will soften their texture.
Temperature
Carrots should be stored in the refrigerator between 34 and 36 degrees Fahrenheit.
Avoid Ethylene
Avoid storing carrots near ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables, such as apples or pears.