Description
Carrot Apple Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crunch of fresh carrots with the sweetness of crisp apples, all brought together with a tangy dressing. This salad is perfect for any occasion—from family picnics to elegant dinner parties—offering a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. Packed with vitamins and visually stunning, it’s a guilt-free addition to your meal rotation. Enjoy it as a side or on its own for a light lunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 2 cups thinly sliced crisp apples (about 2 medium apples, Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients.
- Peel and grate the carrots until they resemble orange confetti. Slice apples into thin matchsticks.
- In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine grated carrots and apple slices; drizzle dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg