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Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing

Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing Delight

This Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing is a refreshing balance of sweetness and crunch, perfect for potlucks or quick lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large carrots peeled and grated
  • 2 medium apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, diced
  • 1 cup red cabbage finely shredded
  • ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • ½ cup walnuts or pecans chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Creamy Dressing
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • box grater
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Grate the two large carrots into a mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. Core and chop the two medium apples into small pieces, adding them to the bowl with the grated carrots.
  3. Finely shred 1 cup of red cabbage and add it to the bowl, then toss in the raisins, walnuts, and parsley.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise, followed by the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad, gently tossing to combine.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or honey as needed.
  7. Chill the salad for about 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
  8. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnishing with extra nuts or parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh produce for the best flavor and texture. Allowing chilling time improves flavor melding.

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