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Carrot ginger salad

Carrot Ginger Salad with Charred Corn and Creamy Dressing


  • Author: Clara Whisk
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 main servings or 6 side servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A vibrant, flavor-packed salad made with crisp romaine, charred corn, creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and a tangy carrot-ginger kimchi dressing. Perfect as a main or side dish, and ready in 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped

  • 1-inch piece ginger, peeled

  • 1 garlic clove

  • 2 tbsp chopped kimchi

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp honey

  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise or vegenaise

  • ½ tsp sea salt

  • ¼ cup neutral oil (grapeseed or safflower)

  • Water as needed

  • 2 ears sweet corn

  • 3 heads romaine lettuce, sliced

  • 1 medium zucchini, diced

  • 1 bunch radishes (about 6), sliced

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 2 avocados, sliced

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, quartered


Instructions

  • Blend carrots, ginger, garlic, kimchi, vinegar, honey, mayo, and salt. Add oil and blend until smooth. Thin with water as needed.

  • Char corn on a grill or skillet with oil until golden. Slice kernels from the cob.

  • Arrange romaine on a platter, drizzle lightly with dressing. Top with zucchini, radishes, tomatoes, and corn.

  • Season veggies lightly, then add avocado and egg. Serve with more dressing.

Notes

  • Dressing can be made 4 days ahead.

  • Use vegenaise and omit eggs for vegan option.

  • Frozen corn can be used instead of fresh.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Blended, Grilled
  • Cuisine: Fusion, Asian-Inspired