Recipes
Asparagus & Heirloom Carrot Salad
Cooking Times
Ready in: 15 minutes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rainbow Shredded Carrots
- 1/4 chopped Cal-Organic Italian Parsley
- 3 cups, cut into 2 inch pieces before blanching asparagus
- 1/4 chopped mint
- 1/2 tsp. chunky, cracked pepper
- 1 tsp. mustard seeds
- 1 crushed garlic clove
- 1 juice of lemon
- 1/3 cup avocado oil
- to taste salt
Directions
- Prepare ingredients.
- Blanch asparagus.
- Mix and enjoy!
Recipe and image from our e-book Back to Our Roots
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.