# Iced Carrot Dressings This Dressing is Prepared with Carrots That Have Been Stored Under the Snow By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-02-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-dressing References: [neuheiten.koelnmesse.net](http://neuheiten.koelnmesse.net/250/2015/us/products/view/product_id:24135/cat:26418) & [yamato-soysauce-miso](http://www.yamato-soysauce-miso.com/) True to its name, the Ice Carrot Dressing from Yamato Soysauce & Miso Co. is made from sweet carrots that were stored under the snow. These sweet vegetables are combined with rice oil to create a healthy and flavorful dressing. This unusual dressing is described as one that is excellent for bringing out the salty flavors of cheese, fresh fish and an assortment of meat products. Additionally, this versatile dressing is ideal for use as a dip or a [salad dressing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-salad-dressings), especially since it has such a vibrant color that presents itself well. While oil and vegetables are often combined to make dressings and marinades, this [carrot dressing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apologue-carrot) from Yamato Soysauce & Miso Co. makes a point to emphasize the simplicity and natural sweetness of snow carrots. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Snow-stored Vegetables:** Innovative use of winter-stored vegetables in food products is an opportunity for manufacturers to explore more natural and sustainable ingredients. - **Unconventional Dressings:** Creating dressings with unexpected ingredients presents an opportunity for chefs and food manufacturers to stand out and appeal to consumers looking for unique flavors. - **Healthy Oil-based Dressings:** Increasing demand for healthy food options creates an opportunity for manufacturers to experiment with oil-based dressings made with wholesome ingredients. ### Where This Applies - **Food Manufacturing:** Developing innovative new dressings from unusual ingredients could be an opportunity for food manufacturers to create a new niche market. - **Agriculture:** The use of snow-stored vegetables in dressings and other food products presents an opportunity for farmers to diversify their crops and find new markets for their produce. - **Food Service:** Chefs and restaurants looking to differentiate themselves from competitors can experiment with unconventional dressings to give their menu items unique flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Juice-Sweetened Dressings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chosen-foods-dressings.md) - [Free-From Vinaigrette Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-olive-ranch-vinaigrette.md) - [Organic Low-Sugar Dressings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bragg-acv-vinaigrettes.md) - [Tangy Baby Carrot Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolthouse-fresh-carrot-shakers.md) - [Versatile Maple-Infused Vinaigrettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-maple-vinaigrette-dressing.md) - [Carrot Ice Cream Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-carrot-cake.md) - [Creamy Oat Milk Dressings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simply-plant-based-dressings.md) - [Flavor-Forward Carrot Sides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-side-dish-sizzlers.md) - [Decadent Rosé Dressings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-dressing.md)