Description
Brighten up your summer picnics with this Refreshing Carrot Raisin Salad. Combining crisp carrots and sweet raisins, this dish is coated in a creamy dressing that adds a delightful tang. Perfect as a side or light main course, this salad is both easy to make and packed with flavor. Gather your friends and family around this vibrant bowl of sunshine for an unforgettable gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
- 1 cup plump raisins
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them using a box grater or food processor until finely shredded.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots and raisins until evenly mixed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot-raisin mixture and stir gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled in a beautiful bowl or platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg