Carrot Salad With Olives And Cheese Recipe

Name: Carrot Salad With Olives And Cheese
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: shredded carrots: 100g; green olives: 50g; feta cheese: 30g

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Carrot Salad with Olives and Cheese is a refreshing and simple dish that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the briny flavor of olives and the creamy texture of cheese. This salad is perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, offering a delightful balance of tastes and textures. It's easy to prepare and a great way to enjoy fresh carrots in a new and exciting way.

🌎 Mediterranean: Salad

🔥 Calories 180kcal
🍗 Protein 7g
🍚 Carbs 12g
🧈 Fat 12g

🥗 Ingredients:

shredded carrots (100g)
green olives (50g)
feta cheese (30g)

🍳 How to cook (4 servings):

Cooking Time: 0 minutesPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Prepare Carrots

Peel and grate 2 cups of fresh carrots. For a smoother salad, you can also finely chop the carrots.

Prepare Olives

Slice 1/2 cup of green or black olives into thin rounds. You can use pitted olives for convenience.

Prepare Cheese

Crumble 1/2 cup of feta cheese or dice 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese depending on your preference. Both offer a distinct flavor to the salad.

Mix Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, sliced olives, and cheese. Gently toss to mix the ingredients evenly.

Season the Salad

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients.

Chill and Serve

Refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This salad is rich in vitamins A and K from the carrots and provides a good source of healthy fats from the olives and olive oil. Protein and calcium are boosted by the cheese, making it a nutritionally balanced choice for a light meal.