Description
A vibrant salad that combines the sweetness of apples, the earthiness of carrots, and a creamy citrus dressing for a refreshing side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples, chopped
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or a vegan alternative
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples, grated carrots, raisins, and nuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, orange juice, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Notes
For the best freshness, use crisp apples and carrots. Consider storing the dressing separately if you plan to keep leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg