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Carrot Apple Salad

A crisp, refreshing salad with shredded carrots, crunchy apples, raisins, and a creamy honey-yogurt dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or picnic favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 carrots peeled and grated
  • 2 apples julienned or cut into matchsticks
  • 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 0.25 cup parsley chopped, optional
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise optional
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Grate carrots and cut apples into matchsticks. Place in a large bowl.
  2. Add raisins and parsley. Toss lightly.
  3. Whisk yogurt, mayo, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Pour dressing over carrot-apple mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

Add toasted walnuts or sunflower seeds for extra crunch.