Description
Carrot Apple Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances the crunch of fresh carrots with the crisp sweetness of apples. Tossed in a zesty dressing, this salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch. Easy to prepare and customizable, it celebrates the joy of fresh produce while adding color to your table. Enjoy a burst of flavors in every bite with this delightful salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized carrots (about 2 cups grated)
- 2 medium crisp apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Fuji), cored and chopped
- ½ cup golden raisins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them until fine.
- Core and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces, keeping the skin on for added crunch.
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, chopped apples, raisins, and nuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat everything well.
- For best flavor, chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg