Description
Carrot Apple Salad is a fresh and vibrant side dish featuring shredded carrots and apples tossed with currants, fresh parsley, and a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for adding a pop of bright flavor to any meal, especially during the Fall season.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups peeled carrots - shredded
- 3 cups peeled apples (about 3) - shredded and drained
- 1/2 cup currants or raisins
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Instructions
- Shred vegetables and fruit: Using a box grater, shred the peeled carrots and peeled apples. Make sure to shred the apples finely for even texture.
- Drain excess juice: Place the grated apples in a fine mesh strainer or wrap them in paper towels and press gently to remove excess juice to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Combine main ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded carrots, drained shredded apples, currants or raisins, and freshly chopped parsley. Mix gently to combine.
- Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and freshly ground pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the combined carrot and apple mixture. Gently toss everything together to coat evenly without crushing the ingredients.
- Serve: The salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator until ready to serve for a refreshing cold side dish.
Notes
- For a sweeter salad, substitute currants with raisins or dried cranberries.
- Use low-fat mayonnaise to reduce calories if desired.
- Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes enhances flavors and texture.
- Fresh lemon juice helps prevent apples from browning, so don't skip it.
- This salad pairs well with roasted meats or as a refreshing accompaniment to sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
