Description
A light, refreshing carrot apple salad with a creamy yogurt dressing, perfect for a healthy side or quick meal.
Ingredients
- 6 medium carrots, peeled and shredded
- 1 large apple, grated or julienned
- 1/2 cup diced celery (optional)
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prep the produce: Peel and shred the carrots and apple using a box grater or food processor. Dice the celery if using.
2. Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, honey, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine: In a large bowl, toss the shredded carrots and apple (and celery, if using). Pour the dressing over and mix until well coated.
4. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend and the salad to firm up.
5. Serve: Garnish with extra parsley or a sprinkle of seeds or nuts if desired.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt for a thicker, creamier texture.
Add raisins or chopped nuts for extra texture and sweetness.
Best served chilled after resting for at least an hour.
Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg