Description
Apple Cranberry Carrot Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crisp apples, tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy shredded carrots for a delightful flavor explosion. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, bringing color and nutrition to your table. Whether served as a side dish at gatherings or enjoyed as a light lunch, its sweet-tart balance will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh apples, thinly sliced (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup walnuts or pecans, coarsely chopped (optional)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or favorite dressing
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly. Slice apples into thin wedges, keeping the skin on for added nutrients. Shred carrots finely using a grater or food processor.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, shredded carrots, and dried cranberries; toss gently to mix.
- If using nuts, chop them coarsely and add to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt and lemon juice until smooth. Pour over the salad mix and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional nuts or cranberries if desired. Serve immediately for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg