Description
Brighten your meal with this delightful Carrot Salad, a vibrant mix of grated carrots, crunchy nuts, and a tangy dressing. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light lunch option, this salad combines textures and flavors that appeal to everyone. With its quick 15-minute prep time and nutrient-packed goodness from fresh carrots and healthy fats, it’s ideal for busy days. Customize it by adding your favorite ingredients like apples or celery, making it versatile for any occasion—from family dinners to potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups grated carrots
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, raisins, nuts, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg