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Carrot Apple Salad

Healthy Carrot Apple Salad That Kids Will Absolutely Love

This Carrot Apple Salad combines crunchy carrots and crisp apples in a creamy yogurt dressing, making it a delicious, low-calorie option the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups carrots peeled and grated
  • 2 medium apples sliced, preferably Honeycrisp and Granny Smith
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup yogurt can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup nuts e.g., walnuts or sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup vinaigrette for a tangy option

Equipment

  • box grater
  • Mixing bowl
  • salad bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by peeling and grating about 2 cups of fresh carrots.
  2. Slice 2 crisp apples thinly, preferably Honeycrisp and Granny Smith.
  3. Pat the apple slices dry with a paper towel.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of yogurt and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth.
  5. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the dressing.
  6. In a large bowl, add grated carrots and sliced apples.
  7. Pour the yogurt dressing over the top and toss until coated.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld. Optional add-ins like nuts and raisins can enhance the salad's texture and flavor.

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