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Carrot Raisin Salad

Quick and easy side dish with a creamy and flavorful dressing. Only 4 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes!
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Prep time: 15 minutes
Makes: 2 ½ Cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

2 cups shredded carrot (about 4 carrots)
½ cup raisins
2 Tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 Tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt or orange juice

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
  3. Combine carrots and raisins in a serving bowl.
  4. Mix mayonnaise or salad dressing with yogurt or orange juice.
  5. Pour mixture over carrots and raisins and chill until serving time.
  6. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Try adding chopped nuts or sunflower seeds.
  • Try adding ½ to 1 cup crushed, drained pineapple.

Comments

I make this and add 8 oz can of crushed pineapple. You can drain it or use the juice in place of the orange juice.

I like to add a small handful of chopped nuts or seeds - chopped almonds or sunflower seeds are my favorite in this salad.

I liked the carrot and raisin combo.  It seemed a little unusual at first but it tasted really good!

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