Crunchy Carrot Salad With Seeds
By Nmami Agarwal 14-Oct 2021 Reading Time: 2 Mins
The crunchy carrot salad is crisp yet well-balanced as it is simple and colorful. The combination of carrot with seeds is extremely delicious and loved by all. All the ingredients are great for eye health and contain all eye beneficial nutrients.
Nutritional benefits
Carrots are very nutritious and help in slowing the damage to skin, eyes and immune system as it is rich in antioxidants. It provides various health benefits such as lowers blood cholesterol, aids weight loss. Kale is a super healthy green that is good in vitamin K, calcium, and iron. The antioxidants present in kale help in removing toxins and the calcium and phosphorus help in bone development. Pumpkin seeds are rich in antioxidants, zinc, and magnesium and help in reducing high blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Ingredients
- 30 grams grated carrot
- 20 grams chopped kale
- 10 grams chopped parsley
- 5 grams pumpkin seeds
- 5 grams sunflower seeds
- 5 grams dried cranberries
- 5 grams cherries
- 1 teaspoon orange juice
- ½ lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper as per taste
Calorie Count
Calories: 127 Kcal
Fat: 8.1 grams
Carbohydrates: 12.2 grams
Protein: 3.6 grams
Method:
- Start by roasting the seeds.
- Now take a bowl and add in all the ingredients and mix well. Serve as a side meal
Over to you:
This simplicity of colorful carrot salad makes it great. It can be added to the diet as a great option for the summer sunshine!