Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing Bliss

This Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing is a vibrant and healthy option that elevates any meal.

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Prep Time 20

Chill Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

3 medium Carrots peeled and grated
2 medium Apples diced, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
1 cup Red Cabbage finely shredded
1/2 cup Dried Fruit such as raisins or cranberries
1/2 cup Nuts such as walnuts or pecans, chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped

For the Dressing

1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt for creaminess
1/4 cup Mayonnaise for added creaminess
1/4 cup Fresh Orange Juice for sweetness
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice for acidity
1 tablespoon Honey for sweetness
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

Box grater
Food Processor
Large bowl
Whisk
spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Peel the carrots and grate them into fine shreds.
Core and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces.
Finely shred red cabbage and combine with carrots and apples.
Add dried fruits and chopped nuts to the mixture and stir gently.
Whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss gently.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the freshest taste, combine salad and dressing just before serving.

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