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Carrot Apple Salad

Deliciously Crunchy Carrot Apple Salad for Vibrant Meals

This Carrot Apple Salad combines crunchy carrots and sweet apples for a vibrant, healthy dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2-3 medium Carrots Freshly grated or shredded
  • 1-2 medium Apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Yogurt Dairy or dairy-free
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Nuts e.g., walnuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup Raisins
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and peel the carrots, then grate or shred them into fine pieces.
  2. Core and dice the apples, pat them dry and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots and diced apples.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt and lemon juice until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the carrot and apple mixture and toss gently.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Choose fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Consider adding herbs for an extra twist.

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