Description
Carrot Apple Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crunch of fresh carrots with the sweetness of crisp apples. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a delightful side at family gatherings, this salad bursts with flavor and color, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you want to impress without stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- 2 cups diced crisp apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them finely using a box grater or food processor.
- Core and dice the apples into small cubes, tossing immediately in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, diced apples, raisins, and chopped nuts. Mix gently with clean hands.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well coated. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg