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Old-Fashioned Carrot Raisin Salad Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
This carrot raisin salad is creamy, dreamy, and delightfully tasty. Tender-crisp fresh carrots and sweet, juicy raisins are tossed in a rich and velvety dressing, making every bite crave-worthy. Make it in just 10 minutes, chill, and serve! This all-around side dish is perfect for all occasions, a weeknight family meal, a potluck, a backyard BBQ, and even a romantic picnic!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 178 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 cups carrot shredded
  • 1 cup raisins
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix the carrots and raisins in a large bowl.
  • Whisk the remaining ingredients together to form a smooth dressing.
  • Pour over carrot mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Taste the salad as you go and adjust the sugar based on the sweetness of the carrots and raisins. If the carrots are naturally sweet, you may need less sugar.
  • Add chopped nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts, pineapple chunks, and shredded or toasted coconut for extra flavor and texture.
  • Start with less dressing, mix, and add more if needed to avoid an overly creamy salad.
  • Chilling the salad before serving allows the flavors to meld together. A minimum of 30 minutes is ideal, but the longer it sits in the fridge, the better!
  • This salad is best served cold, making it refreshing and perfect for warm weather or as a cool, crisp side dish.
Serve: Carrot raisin salad is a delicious stand-alone snack, but it makes a delicious side dish to a wide variety of dishes. If you want a lighter pairing, pair carrot raisin salad with a burger, sandwich, wrap, some dinner rolls or slices of crusty bread.
Store: Place any leftover or pre-made carrot raisin salad into an airtight container and refrigerate for 4 to 5 days, depending on how fresh your ingredients are. Freezing isn’t recommended for this dish. It’s best enjoyed chilled, straight from the fridge!

Nutrition

Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 222mgPotassium: 477mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 14262IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
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