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    Home » Salads » Carrot Coconut Salad | Carrot Kosambari

    Carrot Coconut Salad | Carrot Kosambari

    Posted on February 27, 2025 · Last Updated on February 27, 2025 · By Srividhya G · 9 Comments

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    Carrot Kosambari, also known as Kosumalli, is a simple and refreshing Indian-style salad made with grated carrot, coconut, a drizzle of lemon juice, and a flavorful tempering.

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    Indian salads

    Looking for a healthy, quick, and delicious Indian-style salad? This carrot kosambari with coconut is just that! Packed with fiber and crunch, it makes a perfect mid-morning snack, starter, or side dish for sambar and rasam—especially with drumstick sambar, which is a favorite combo of mine.
    The only effort here is grating the carrot and coconut, but prepping ahead can save time. Mix the grated ingredients, add lemon juice, temper with spices, and it’s ready to enjoy!
    If you love kosambari, don’t miss my moong dal kosambari recipe.

    Ingredients required

    • Carrots: Fresh and sweet carrots work best. I’ve used both red and regular orange varieties but haven’t experimented with other colors. I also wouldn’t recommend baby carrots.
    • Coconut: I used frozen grated coconut, which was thawed at room temperature, but freshly grated coconut works just as well.
    • Tempering: A neutral oil or peanut oil works best. I’ve used only mustard seeds, but you can also add urad dal and chana dal for extra texture. For heat, I included green chili.
    • Flavor Enhancers: Cilantro and lemon juice add freshness, and of course, don’t forget the salt!

    For precise measurements, check the recipe card.

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    Dietary specifications

    Vegetarian & Vegan: Naturally plant-based; ensure the oil used for tempering is vegan-friendly.

    Gluten-Free: No gluten-containing ingredients are used.

    Dairy-Free: Does not contain any dairy products.

    Nut-Free: Typically nut-free, but if using peanut oil, be mindful of allergies. You can substitute it with any neutral oil.

    Low-Calorie & High-Fiber: Carrots and coconut provide fiber while keeping it light and nutritious.

    Watch me make carrot kosambari

    How to make carrot kosambari

    • In a bowl, combine the grated carrot, coconut, cilantro, salt, and lime juice.
    • Heat oil in a tempering pan. Once hot, add mustard seeds, chopped green chili, and curry leaves.
    • When the mustard seeds begin to splutter, pour the tempering over the carrot mixture.
    • Mix well and serve fresh.

    Recipe Notes

    • Tempering is optional. If skipping, you can replace green chili with a sprinkle of paprika or black pepper.
    • Adjust the quantity of salt, spices, and coconut to your preference.
    • Add salt and lime juice just before serving to keep the salad fresh and crisp.
    overhead shot of carrot salad served in gray bowl placed on blue towel

    More carrot recipes

    And for fellow carrot lovers, check out more carrot-based recipes from my archive! 😊

    • Instant Pot Carrot Sauce Pasta
    • overhead shot of carrot stirfry placed on a green mat with a yellow spatula on the side
      Grated Carrot Stirfry | Carrot Poriyal with Coconut
    • square image of carrot halwa served in blue bowl placed on wooden tray
      Carrot Halwa | Gajar Ka Halwa
    • carrotricerecipe
      Carrot Rice

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    If you’ve made this carrot coconut kosambari, please share your photos with me on Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or Twitter – I will be delighted to see your results!

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    Carrot Coconut Salad | Carrot Kosambari

    Carrot Kosambari, also known as Kosumalli, is a simple and refreshing Indian-style salad made with grated carrot, coconut, a drizzle of lemon juice, and a flavorful tempering.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time25 minutes mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Indian, South Indian
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 67kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup=240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1tsp = 5ml;

    • 2.5 cups carrots grated. (Grated from 3 carrots, you can use up to 3 cups)
    • ½ cup coconut grated
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 2 to 3 tsp lemon juice
    • 1 tbsp cilantro chopped

    To Temper:

    • 1 tsp oil
    • ½ tsp mustard seeds
    • 5 to 6 curry leaves
    • 1 green chili

    Instructions

    • In a bowl, combine the grated carrot, coconut, cilantro, salt, and lime juice.
    • Heat oil in a tempering pan. Once hot, add mustard seeds, chopped green chili, and curry leaves.
    • When the mustard seeds begin to splutter, pour the tempering over the carrot mixture.
    • Mix well and serve fresh.

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    Notes

    • Tempering is optional. If skipping, you can replace green chili with a sprinkle of paprika or black pepper.
    • Adjust the quantity of salt, spices, and coconut to your preference.
    • Add salt and lime juice just before serving to keep the salad fresh and crisp.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Sodium: 541mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 10735IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.4mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    Comments

    1. Traditionally Modern Food says

      January 04, 2016 at 7:29 pm

      My fav quick and healthy

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      • Vidhya@VVK says

        January 04, 2016 at 7:34 pm

        Yup :-)

        Reply
    2. anisnest says

      January 04, 2016 at 7:11 pm

      this sounds interesting.. I will try this without coconut though.. someday soon..

      Reply
      • Vidhya@VVK says

        January 04, 2016 at 7:34 pm

        Sure try it pa..

        Reply
    3. Bharani says

      January 02, 2016 at 10:16 pm

      So healthy and refreshing ?

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      • Vidhya@VVK says

        January 02, 2016 at 11:59 pm

        Thanks Bharani..

        Reply
    4. Lina says

      January 02, 2016 at 7:53 pm

      This is very famous here, in Karnataka..glad ty posted the recipe! Looks good☺

      Reply
      • Vidhya@VVK says

        January 03, 2016 at 12:00 am

        Thanks a lot Lina..

        Reply
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