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TURKISH-INSPIRED CARROT AND WALNUT SALAD – A LIGHT APPETIZER

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TURKISH-INSPIRED CARROT AND WALNUT SALAD – A LIGHT APPETIZER

TURKISH-INSPIRED CARROT AND WALNUT SALAD – A LIGHT APPETIZER

Discover a flavorful Turkish-inspired salad that combines sautéed carrots and crunchy walnuts with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh dill. This simple yet elegant appetizer pairs perfectly with Lebanese flatbread or hearty rye bread, making it ideal for light meals or as part of a mezze spread.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min

🍳 Cook Time: 12 min
🍽️ Servings: 2

🥕 Ingredients

  • 250 g carrots (preferably young carrots)
  • 25 g walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 120 g Greek yogurt
  • 1 sprig fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Grate the carrots using a coarse grater.
  2. Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-low heat. Add the grated carrots and sauté, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes until they soften but remain slightly al dente. Season lightly with salt.
  3. Add the chopped walnuts and continue sautéing for 2 more minutes to toast them lightly.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute to blend flavors.
  5. Transfer the carrot mixture to a bowl. Mix in the Greek yogurt and chopped dill until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature with Lebanese flatbread or rye bread.

💡 Tips

  • Use young, tender carrots for a sweeter and more delicate flavor.
  • Toasting the walnuts enhances their crunch and aroma.
  • Fresh dill adds a bright herbal note that balances the creamy yogurt.
  • This salad can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a day.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Light appetizers or mezze platters
  • Healthy lunch sides or snacks
  • Pairing with Mediterranean breads and dips

📝 Final Thoughts

This Turkish-inspired carrot and walnut salad is a deliciously simple way to enjoy fresh vegetables with creamy yogurt and aromatic herbs. Its blend of textures and flavors makes it a refreshing starter or side dish that will brighten any meal.