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Apple & Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing

Apple & Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing Bliss

This Apple & Carrot Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing is a fresh and vibrant dish that is both nutritious and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Crisp Carrots Consider organic for the best taste.
  • 2 medium Juicy Apples Tart varieties like Granny Smith work well.
  • 1 cup Celery Feel free to omit if you're not a fan.
  • 1/2 cup Cranberries/Raisins Chopped dates can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts E.g., walnuts or pecans, or swap in sunflower seeds for nut-free.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Omit if you don’t have any on hand.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice With zest, for brightness.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Or sour cream; opt for plant-based yogurt for vegan.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Vegan mayo is a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or maple syrup, optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can work in a pinch.

Equipment

  • box grater
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and shred carrots, core and julienne apples, and chop celery. Arrange all in a large bowl.
  2. In the same bowl, add shredded carrots, julienned apples, chopped celery, cranberries, nuts, and parsley. Mix well.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until coated.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is a vibrant, nutritious option that can be made ahead of time. Store dressing separately if preparing in advance.

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