Description
Carrot Apple Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that balances the sweetness of apples with the crunch of fresh carrots. This easy-to-make salad adds a splash of color to any table, making it perfect for quick lunches, potlucks, or as a delightful side dish. With its crisp texture and delightful flavors, this salad evokes memories of sunny days and family gatherings while providing a nutritious boost for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh carrots, grated
- 2 crisp Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, cored and diced
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Wash and grate the carrots. Core and dice the apples.
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, apples, cranberries, and walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt with honey until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - To prevent browning, toss apple pieces with lemon juice immediately after cutting. - Swap apples for pears or add spices like cinnamon for extra flavor.