Description
Sumptuous carrot salad blends Mediterranean flavors with silky cream and zesty herbs. Crisp carrots and tangy dressing create a refreshing side dish perfect for you to savor alongside grilled meats or as a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) shredded carrot
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) raisins
- 8 ounces (226 grams) crushed pineapple
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
Seasoning:
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Grate carrots using a box grater or food processor, transferring the shredded vegetables into a spacious mixing vessel.
- Create a silky dressing by vigorously whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, and apple cider vinegar in a separate small bowl until completely integrated and smooth.
- Drizzle the creamy dressing over the shredded carrots, then incorporate raisins and crushed pineapple throughout the mixture.
- Enhance the salad with a delicate sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Seal the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap, then chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Once sufficiently cooled, present the vibrant carrot salad as a delightful accompaniment to main courses or enjoy independently as a refreshing, tangy treat.
Notes
- Use a sharp box grater or food processor blade for uniform, thin carrot shreds that absorb dressing evenly and create a delightful texture.
- Drain crushed pineapple completely to prevent watery salad and maintain the perfect creamy consistency.
- Experiment with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a protein-packed, lower-fat alternative that keeps the tangy flavor profile intact.
- Toast chopped nuts like pecans or almonds and sprinkle on top for added crunch and nutty depth, transforming the simple salad into a more complex side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg