Healthy Carrot Raisin Salad
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Healthy Carrot Raisin Salad
Description
Healthy Carrot Raisin Salad brings together grated carrots, sweet golden raisins, and your choice of chopped nuts, all tossed in a bright dressing featuring olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, orange juice, garlic powder, brown sugar, and salt. The combination highlights the natural sweetness of the carrots and raisins while the dressing adds tang and a subtle savory note from mustard and garlic powder.
The method involves mixing the dressing ingredients thoroughly before tossing with the veggies and nuts, allowing the flavors to meld. Chilling the salad for a short time helps deepen the flavor and slightly soften the texture of the nuts and raisins without losing the overall crunch.
This salad works well as a refreshing side dish for lunch or dinner, offering a balance between sweet and savory elements and a pleasant textural contrast. It pairs nicely with grilled proteins or can complement a light vegetarian meal.
For easier preparation, use a mandoline or food processor to shred carrots quickly. Adjust the texture by choosing between fine shreds or ribbons, and soak raisins briefly if you prefer them softer.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- lemon juice of ½ lemon
- 3 tablespoons of orange juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 pound carrot grated
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 1 cup nuts chopped, of choice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the parsley, olive oil, dijon mustard, lemon juice, orange juice, garlic powder, brown sugar, and salt.
- Then add in the grated carrot, raisins, and nuts. Mix well, making sure all the dressing is mixed in with the grated carrots.
- Let the salad sit in the fridge for 15 minutes and serve.
Notes
- Speed up preparation by using a mandoline or food processor to shred carrots.
- Soak raisins in warm water or fruit juice for 30 minutes to soften them if desired.
- Adjust the carrot texture by shredding finely or slicing into ribbons depending on preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 417 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 417kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Sodium | 401mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 922mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 19293IU | 386% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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