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Refreshing Apple Cranberry Carrot Salad

A vibrant and healthy salad featuring crisp apples, sweet cranberries, and fresh carrots, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 medium Apples cored and diced
  • 3 medium Carrots grated
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts or Pecans chopped (optional)
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the salad ingredients by dicing the apples and grating the carrots; chop nuts if you are using them.
  2. Make the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the prepared apples, carrots, cranberries, and nuts; pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Notes

For best results, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.