Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing
A fresh and crunchy salad made with crisp apples, shredded carrots, and a creamy citrus dressing that adds a bright and tangy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 apples (thinly sliced or julienned)
- 2 cups carrots (shredded)
- 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare apples and carrots by slicing and shredding them into thin pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine apples, carrots, raisins, and nuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and orange zest until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Toss apples in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Add shredded cabbage for extra crunch.
- Include pineapple for added sweetness.
- Swap nuts with seeds or omit for a nut-free version.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored up to 2 days refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
