Carrot Cranberry Salad
Bright, vibrant, and delightfully tangy, this Carrot Cranberry Salad is a quick and healthy side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfectly shredded carrots pair beautifully with sweet, chewy dried cranberries, while a zesty homemade dressing made from orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil ties it all together. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbaceous note, elevating the dish to a refreshing delight. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is an ideal choice for busy weeknights, picnics, or holiday gatherings. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this carrot cranberry salad is as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel and trim the carrots, then grate them using a box grater or food processor. Place the shredded carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Add the dried cranberries to the bowl with the carrots.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and cranberries. Toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad. Give the salad one final toss to mix in the parsley.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Serve the carrot cranberry salad as a refreshing side dish or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 803 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1060 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
