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Carrot Apple Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and colorful Carrot Apple Salad combining shredded carrots and apples with a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing, accented by currants and fresh parsley. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 3 cups peeled carrots – shredded
  • 3 cups peeled apples (about 3) – shredded and drained
  • ½ cup currants or raisins
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

Dressing Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Shred Carrots and Apples: Using a box grater, shred the peeled carrots and peeled apples into thin, fine pieces for ideal texture.
  2. Drain Excess Juice: Place the shredded apples in a fine mesh strainer or onto paper towels and press gently to remove excess juice to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, shredded and drained apples, currants (or raisins), and freshly chopped parsley.
  4. Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white vinegar, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and freshly ground pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
  5. Add Dressing to Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the combined carrot and apple mixture.
  6. Toss Salad Gently: Mix the salad ingredients gently to evenly coat everything with the dressing without crushing the fruit or carrots.
  7. Serve or Chill: The salad can be served immediately or covered and chilled in the refrigerator until ready to serve for a colder, more refreshing taste.

Notes

  • Draining the apples is important to keep the salad from becoming too watery.
  • Use fresh parsley for a bright flavor contrast.
  • This salad can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the fridge to let flavors meld.
  • For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • Currants can be replaced with raisins or dried cranberries as preferred.

Keywords: Carrot Apple Salad, shredded carrot salad, easy healthy salad, mayonnaise salad, fruit and vegetable salad, no-cook salad

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