Fragrant Carrot Top Salad: Fresh, Healthy, and Delicious!
Carrot Tops: How to Wash and Make a Zesty Salad!
Are you unfamiliar with eating carrot tops? Don’t be! Carrot tops are packed with vitamins, dietary fiber, and beta-carotene, excellent for your health. Try making a delicious dish with carrot tops. This recipe will guide you on how to properly clean and prepare them for a refreshing side dish that’s bursting with flavor.
**✨ Tips for Perfectly Washing Carrot Tops! ✨**
1. Gently rinse the fresh carrot tops 2-3 times under clean running water. Thoroughly removing any soil or debris is key.
2. After washing, place the carrot tops in a colander to drain excess water. Excess moisture can dilute the dressing, so ensure they are well-drained.
3. If the stems of the carrot tops feel tough or fibrous, gently pluck them away, leaving only the tender leaves. This ensures a more pleasant texture.
**⏱️ Video Recipe Timeline ⏱️**
00:08 – The Easiest Way to Wash Carrot Tops
01:25 – Making a Crisp and Flavorful Carrot Top Salad
Zesty Salad Ingredients- 30g fresh carrot tops (about 1 handful)
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your fresh carrot tops. Rinse them carefully 2-3 times under clean running water to thoroughly remove any soil or impurities.
Step 2
After washing, place the carrot tops in a colander and let them drain well. If there’s too much water, the salad’s flavor might be diluted, so gently shake them to remove excess moisture.
Step 3
Examine the carrot tops closely. If the stems feel particularly tough or fibrous, gently pluck them off by hand, keeping only the tender leaves. This will result in a much more pleasant texture.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare all the ingredients for the salad. Chop the washed and trimmed carrot tops into bite-sized pieces. If they are too large, the dressing won’t coat them evenly, so cut them to an appropriate size.
Step 5
Onions will add a delightful crunch to the salad. Peel and thinly slice the onion. Aim for slices that are not too thick.
Step 6
Let’s make a flavorful dressing! In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp vinegar, 1 tsp minced garlic, and 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated to create the dressing. You can also use soup soy sauce for a different flavor profile.
Step 7
Add the thinly sliced onion and the tender carrot tops to the prepared dressing. Gently toss everything together to ensure the dressing evenly coats the ingredients. Massaging it gently with your hands will help the flavors meld beautifully. Be careful not to overmix, as this could crush the carrot tops. This salad can be enjoyed immediately, or chilled in the refrigerator for a refreshing taste!
