Sunshine Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Sunshine Carrot Salad! This no-cook recipe combines perfectly sweet grated carrots with juicy bursts of raisins and the nutty crunch of toasted slivered almonds. The zesty citrus dressing, infused with fresh orange zest and lemon juice, is delicately sweetened with honey and balanced with a drizzle of olive oil for a light yet flavorful coating. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this 15-minute salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a wholesome side dish, light lunch, or snack. Bursting with fresh, feel-good ingredients, this easy carrot salad is the perfect way to add a dose of sunshine to any meal! Keywords: Sunshine Carrot Salad, carrot salad recipe, citrus dressing, no-cook side dish, healthy salad ideas, quick salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (peeled and grated) carrots
- 1 (zested and juiced) orange
- 1 (juiced) lemon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup (lightly toasted) slivered almonds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, raisins, and toasted slivered almonds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss everything gently but thoroughly to coat.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad and give it one final toss to distribute it evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with a pinch more salt or honey if desired.
Let the salad rest for 10 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to blend.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a refreshing snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.9 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1409 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 3107 mg | 66% | |
*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.
