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Apple Cranberry Carrot Salad: 5-Minute Easy & Healthy Recipe


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  • Author: Vidalia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A crisp and refreshing salad made with sweet apples, tangy cranberries, crunchy carrots, and a light citrus dressing — perfect for any season.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 large apple, chopped
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded carrots, chopped apple, and dried cranberries.
  2. Add walnuts if using, and toss everything together.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

For best results, use a crisp apple like Fuji or Honeycrisp. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg