Description
A refreshing salad combining shredded carrots and apples, perfect for a side dish or light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 2 apples, cored and thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, sliced apples, raisins or dried cranberries, and nuts (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot and apple mixture. Toss until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled as a side dish or light snack.
Notes
- Nut-Free Option: Substitute nuts with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- Vegan Alternative: Use maple syrup and plant-based yogurt or vegan mayo.
- Extra Tang: Add orange juice or apple cider vinegar for a zesty kick.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg