Disappearing Carrot Salad
Bright, refreshing, and irresistibly flavorful, Disappearing Carrot Salad lives up to its name with its knack for vanishing from plates in no time! This quick and easy no-cook recipe features a vibrant base of freshly grated carrots tossed with sweet raisins, zesty red onion, and fragrant parsley. The tangy-sweet dressing, made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a drizzle of honey, elevates the salad with a harmonious balance of flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy side dish is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches. Packed with vitamins and fiber, it’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and watch this colorful creation disappear in record time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 large carrots
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or a food processor with the shredding attachment. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and dice the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the carrots.
Add the raisins to the bowl for a touch of sweetness.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss thoroughly to combine, ensuring every ingredient is evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but enhances the taste.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Plate and enjoy this vibrant, healthy salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 482 mg | 10% | |
*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.
