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Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing


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  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful medley of crisp carrots and sweet apples, complemented by a creamy citrus dressing, perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large carrots, peeled and grated
  • 2 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and diced
  • 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and grate the carrots into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Core the apples and chop them into small, bite-sized pieces, then add to the bowl.
  3. Shred the red cabbage finely and add to the bowl along with raisins or cranberries, walnuts or pecans, and parsley.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well-coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
  7. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes before serving, if time allows.
  8. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional nuts or parsley if desired.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days; avoid freezing.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg