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Carrot Apple Salad

Crisp Carrot Apple Salad That Kids Will Devour

Delightful Carrot Apple Salad that merges crunchy carrots with sweet apples, perfect for healthy eating.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Carrots Grated or shredded for best texture.
  • 2 medium Apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Yogurt Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option.
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Juiced.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Honey/Sweetener Adjust to taste.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Nuts e.g., walnuts, pecans for added crunch.
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits e.g., raisins, cranberries for extra sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Grater

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by grating or shredding the carrots into long, thin strands. Wash and chop apples into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine yogurt with lemon juice and honey or sweetener. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, add grated carrots and chopped apples, along with any optional ingredients. Mix gently.
  4. Pour the yogurt dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything well.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always use fresh, crisp carrots and apples for the best taste. Add dressing just before serving to maintain crunchiness.

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