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Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing

Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing Delight

A vibrant Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups grated carrots peeled and grated
  • 2 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage finely shredded
  • 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt can substitute low-fat
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey adjust for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • box grater
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and grate carrots, and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Core and dice apples, and add to the bowl.
  3. Finely shred red cabbage and add to the bowl with raisins and nuts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice, and lemon juice.
  5. Mix in honey, salt, and pepper into the dressing.
  6. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  9. Garnish with extra nuts or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, add nuts just before serving.

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