Fresh Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing

This Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing is a vibrant, nutritious side dish that's easy to make and perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Healthy Light Meals

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 large Carrots peeled and grated
2 medium Apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, cored and 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
sharp knife

Method

Preparation Steps

Grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Core and dice the apples into small pieces and add to the bowl.
Finely shred the red cabbage and add to the mixing bowl with raisins or dried cranberries.
Chop the walnuts or pecans and fresh parsley, and fold them into the mixture.
In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Chill the salad to enhance taste.

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