French Carrot Lemon Dijon (Printable Recipe)
Fresh grated carrots tossed with lemon Dijon vinaigrette, parsley, and scallions for a crisp, bright side dish.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound carrots, peeled
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1.5 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1.5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 to 2 teaspoons honey, to taste
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Heaping 1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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2 finely sliced scallions or 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
# Steps to Follow:
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Peel the carrots and shred them in a food processor. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, vegetable oil, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
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Add the shredded carrots, parsley, and scallions to the dressing. Toss gently to coat evenly.
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Taste and adjust with more salt or lemon juice if needed, depending on carrot sweetness.
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Allow to sit 15–30 minutes for flavors to meld if possible.
# Extra Tips:
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Depending on the sweetness of the carrots, adjust honey to taste.
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If prepared ahead, check seasoning before serving as flavors may mellow.