Description
Refreshing Apple Cranberry Carrot Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that harmonizes the crunch of fresh apples, the sweetness of dried cranberries, and the crispness of carrots. This salad, featuring a creamy tangy dressing, is perfect for any occasionβbe it summer picnics, holiday feasts, or simple weeknight dinners. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an effortless addition to your table that promises to delight family and friends alike. Enjoy its nutritious ingredients packed with vitamins while savoring the burst of flavors in every bite. Whether served as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad shines as a deliciously refreshing choice.
Ingredients
- 1 red apple
- 1 green apple
- 2 cups matchstick carrots
- ΒΌ cup yellow onion
- β cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup canned mandarin segments
- Β½ cup vanilla yogurt
- ΒΌ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt
- ΒΌ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cut red and green apples into matchstick pieces. Toss with lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Add matchstick carrots, diced onion, and dried cranberries to the bowl.
- Incorporate the apples once they have absorbed the lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, mix together vanilla yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, and black pepper; then combine with salad ingredients until well coated.
- Gently fold in drained mandarin segments.
- Cover and chill for at least 3 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and texture. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. Consider adding nuts like walnuts or almonds for extra crunch. This salad can be made vegan by substituting yogurt and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives.