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Carrot Apple Salad

Crunchy Carrot Apple Salad for a Healthy Taste Adventure

This vibrant Carrot Apple Salad is a quick and nutritious blend of crunchy carrots and sweet apples that brings freshness to any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Carrots washed and peeled
  • 2 medium Apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, cored and chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3/4 cup Yogurt or dairy-free yogurt alternative
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Nuts chopped
  • 1/2 cup Raisins
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds

Equipment

  • box grater
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Carrot Apple Salad
  1. Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them finely. Core the apples and chop them into small pieces, patting them dry.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a large bowl, mix grated carrots and chopped apples. Add the dressing and gently toss until everything is coated.
  4. Fold in optional add-ins like nuts or raisins. Transfer to a serving bowl and store in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat apples dry to maintain crispness before mixing. Chill for at least an hour to enhance flavors. Mix and match dressings as preferred.

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