Description
Carrot Apple Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines the crunch of fresh carrots with the sweet-tartness of crisp apples. Tossed with raisins, nuts, and a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is perfect for any occasion—from casual lunches to festive gatherings. Its colorful presentation and delicious flavor make it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots
- 1 cup diced crisp apples (like Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots if desired, then grate them until they resemble confetti.
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots and diced apples.
- Add raisins and chopped nuts to the mixture for added texture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot-apple mixture and toss gently until everything is well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg