Description
Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing blend of sweet apples, crisp carrots, and crunchy nuts, all brought together by a zesty creamy dressing. This delightful salad is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying a family dinner, or looking for a healthy snack. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Enjoy this nutritious dish that not only tastes amazing but also boosts your health!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large carrots, peeled and grated
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and diced
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables and fruits by peeling and grating the carrots into a mixing bowl.
- Core and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces; add them to the bowl.
- Add the shredded cabbage, raisins or cranberries, chopped nuts, and parsley to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture; gently toss until well-coated.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary; let sit in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg