Salads

Shredded Apple Carrot Salad

Details

Servings

6

Prep time

15 mins

Cooking time

5 mins

“Shredded Apple Carrot Salad: A Fresh, Crisp, and Vibrant Delight!” 🥕🍏

Looking for a light, refreshing, and healthy dish to brighten up your meals? Shredded Apple Carrot Salad is the answer! This simple yet stunning salad combines the sweetness of crisp apples with the natural crunch of fresh carrots, tossed in a tangy, honey-lime dressing that’s as vibrant as it is delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Bright & Refreshing: The combination of sweet, juicy apples and crisp carrots makes every bite a refreshing burst of flavor. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Healthy & Nourishing: Packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, this salad is a powerhouse of nutrition. It’s the perfect guilt-free addition to any meal, whether you’re looking for a healthy side or a light lunch.

Quick & Easy: In just a few minutes, you can have a bowl of this colorful salad ready to go. It’s so simple to prepare—just shred, toss, and enjoy!

Versatile & Customizable: Want to add a little extra flair? Toss in some nuts for crunch, dried cranberries for a burst of sweetness, or a sprinkle of feta for a creamy contrast. The options are endless!

Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a picnic, BBQ, or weeknight dinner, this salad is a showstopper that pairs with nearly everything. It’s fresh, flavorful, and sure to be a hit wherever you serve it.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

  • 2 cups shredded carrots

  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and shredded

  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons safflower oil

Directions

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; pour sesame seeds into the hot skillet. Cook, stirring often, until sesame seeds are lightly browned and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Mix carrots, apple, toasted sesame seeds, and parsley together in a bowl.
  • Whisk lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a separate bowl; slowly drizzle safflower oil into lemon juice mixture while continuing to whisk. Pour dressing over carrot mixture; toss to coat.

If you’re craving something light, crisp, and packed with flavor, Shredded Apple Carrot Salad is your new go-to dish. Fresh, simple, and absolutely delicious—it’s everything you need in a salad! 🥗🌟