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Carrot Raisin Salad

Zesty Carrot Raisin Salad for Fresh, Budget-Friendly Meals

This Carrot Raisin Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Carrots Fresh, peeled, and grated
  • ½ cup Raisins Optional: golden raisins or sultanas
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1½ tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar or Lemon Juice Choose lemon juice for a fresher taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust to preference
  • 1 small Garlic Pressed or grated
  • ¼ teaspoon Fine Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • large bowl
  • Jar for dressing

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prep Carrots: Start by peeling and grating 1 pound of fresh carrots using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Combine Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss together the grated carrots and ½ cup of raisins.
  3. Make Dressing: In a jar, combine the dressing ingredients and shake well until smooth.
  4. Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the carrot and raisin mixture and toss to coat.
  5. Marinate (Optional): Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 9000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Garnish with chopped nuts for extra texture if desired. Store leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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