Lunche for 4
Coconut Carrot Salad
This no-cook salad combines raw carrots, coconut, almonds, cherries, feta, and mint with a sweet, tangy dressing.
$7.38for 4 servings
$1.85 per serving$7.38 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianGluten-freeBudgetLunchesSide dishesNo-cookSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Carrots$1.09/lb typical | 2 lb | $2.18Typical price |
| Nuts and seeds$0.70/oz typical | 1.25 oz | $0.79Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Swiss, provolone, gouda$0.40/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.40Typical price |
| Dried fruit and raisins$0.45/oz typical | 1.25 oz | $0.56Typical price |
| Shredded coconut$0.30/oz typical | 0.25 oz | $0.07Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | 1 | $1.99Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.38 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilVinegarHoney or maple syrup
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 lb carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup dried cherries
- 1/4 unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 handful fresh mint
Steps
- Peel and shred the carrots, then place them in a large bowl.
- Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Add the almonds, coconut, cherries, feta, and mint to the carrots.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Swaps
- Carrots for Sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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