Crunchy Apple Carrot Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Crisp apple and carrot salad with creamy citrus dressing—sweet, tangy, and perfect for any occasion.
# What You Need:
→ Salad
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2 medium apples, thinly sliced or julienned (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
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2 large carrots, peeled and grated or julienned
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1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
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1/4 cup toasted nuts or seeds (such as almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds)
→ Creamy Citrus Dressing
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1/4 cup Greek yogurt
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2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with a splash of water or extra juice if desired.
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Peel and julienne or grate the carrots. Slice the apples into thin matchsticks or wedges. Thinly slice the red onion. Toast nuts or seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant.
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In a large bowl, mix together the grated carrots, sliced apples, red onion, dried cranberries or raisins, and toasted nuts or seeds.
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Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
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Serve immediately for optimal crunch or refrigerate briefly to let flavors meld. Enjoy chilled.
# Important Notes:
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Add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the dressing for a spicy kick.
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To keep apples from browning if preparing ahead, toss them with a little lemon juice before adding to the salad.
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Vegan option: Replace Greek yogurt with coconut or cashew yogurt and substitute honey with maple syrup.