Carrot and Sweet Pepper Smithereens Salad
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Grating carrots is a thankless job. But this is why we have children! Give them a pair of gloves (to prevent shredded fingers) and let them work while you chop the peppers.
Ingredients
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2 cups
shredded
carrots
, about 3 medium
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2
red, yellow or green
sweet peppers
, seeded
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2
green onions
, chopped
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2 tbsp
plain
yogurt
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2 tbsp
mayonnaise
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1 tsp
mustard
, (Dijon, if you have it)
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1 tsp
lemon juice
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1/2 tsp
salt
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1/4 tsp
black pepper
Instructions
- Dump the shredded carrots into a bowl.
- With a sharp knife (adult job!) cut the peppers into the thinnest possible smithereens, about 1 in. (2 cm) long. Add to the shredded carrots, along with the green onions. Have your child toss to mix.
- In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Add to the carrot mixture and toss to combine. Warning: Add the dressing to the salad right before you’re ready to serve it, otherwise it will become soggy and liquidy. If you’re picnicking, pack the dressing and salad separately and refrigerate (or keep in the cooler) until just before serving.