Orange Carrot Slaw
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with nutritious ingredients, this Orange Carrot Slaw is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Featuring tender grated carrots, juicy orange segments, and the crisp bite of red cabbage, this vibrant slaw is elevated with the sweetness of golden raisins and the fresh aroma of parsley. The homemade citrus vinaigrette—crafted with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, a touch of honey, and fragrant orange zest—ties it all together with a zippy, invigorating flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful side dish is a quick and healthy addition to any meal. Whether you're pairing it with grilled proteins, enjoying it as a light salad, or serving it at your next picnic or potluck, this Orange Carrot Slaw is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 1 piece orange (large)
- 1 cup, thinly sliced red cabbage
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons golden raisins
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and segment the orange. Cut each segment into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the carrots.
Add the thinly sliced red cabbage, chopped parsley, and golden raisins to the bowl, mixing well.
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, orange zest, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss thoroughly to combine.
Cover the slaw and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the slaw a final toss and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve cold as a side dish or salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1399 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.5 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1654 mg | 35% | |
*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.
