Best 20 Carrot Salad Recipes
## Carrot Salad: A Medley of Sweetness and Crunch
Carrot salad, a delightful and versatile dish, offers a symphony of sweet, crunchy, and refreshing flavors. Made with grated carrots as the star ingredient, this salad is a staple in many cuisines worldwide. Whether served as a light and tangy appetizer, a refreshing side dish, or a healthy snack, carrot salad caters to various tastes and occasions.
This article presents a collection of carrot salad recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic Carrot Salad with tangy vinaigrette dressing to the Asian-inspired Carrot Salad with ginger and sesame dressing, there's a recipe for every palate. We also feature a refreshing Carrot and Apple Salad with a hint of sweetness from honey and a touch of cinnamon, as well as a creamy Carrot Salad with avocado and a zesty lemon dressing.
With step-by-step instructions and a list of easily accessible ingredients, these recipes ensure that you can whip up a delicious carrot salad in no time. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weekday lunch or a vibrant side dish for your next dinner party, our carrot salad recipes have got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, grab your kitchen tools, and let's embark on a culinary journey filled with the vibrant flavors of carrot salad!
CARROT RAISIN SALAD
This colorful traditional salad is one of my mother-in-law's favorites. It's fun to eat because of its crunchy texture, and the raisins give it a slightly sweet flavor. Plus, the dish is easy to prepare. -Denise Baumert, Dalhart, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix the first 4 ingredients. Stir in enough milk to reach desired consistency. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MARINATED CARROT SALAD
This is a nice change from the ordinary vegetable salads to accompany a turkey or ham dinner. The dressing on this salad makes a delicious marinade for broiled or grilled meats.
Provided by TIA_DAWN
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil, add carrots and simmer until tender, approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the soup, sugar, vinegar, oil, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add carrots, celery, onion and pepper and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to allow carrots to marinate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 303.9 mg, Sugar 15 g
BEET AND CARROT SALAD
You can make this raw, root vegetable slaw up to four days before you plan to eat it.
Provided by Magdalena Wszelaki
Categories HarperCollins Salad Vegetarian Vegetable Carrot Beet Healthy Quick and Healthy Lunch Walnut
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make the salad, combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl. To make the dressing, place all the dressing ingredients in a jar. Seal the lid and shake until well combined. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
AUNT DOROTHY'S MARINATED CARROT SALAD
This has been a family favorite for years. The key to this recipe is not overcooking the carrots and allowing the entire salad to marinate for at least 12 hours. For a spectacular presentation when serving, garnish the top with rings of each color of bell pepper and rings of onion. Serve alone or over a bed of lettuce.
Provided by Scott
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time P1DT35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the carrots in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until carrots are tender. Do not over cook, the carrots should be firm but easy to bite into. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
- In the container of a food processor or blender, combine the tomato soup, sugar, oil, vinegar, cayenne pepper, salt and mustard powder. Blend for about 3 minutes or until creamy.
- In a large bowl, mix together the carrots, green, red and yellow bell peppers and onion. Toss with the dressing, cover and refrigerate overnight. The longer this salad is allowed to sit, the better it is.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 379.7 mg, Sugar 22.8 g
CUCUMBER-CARROT SALAD
Cool and refreshing Asian salad. Very simple!
Provided by Somer
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk rice vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, ginger, and salt together in a bowl until sugar and salt are dissolved into a smooth dressing.
- Toss carrot, green onion, bell pepper, and cucumber in the dressing to evenly coat.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 335.5 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
CLASSIC CARROT SALAD
Maybe your family has made carrot salad forever, or maybe you've seen it at potlucks, but if you're not familiar with this Southern classic, your inner voice might be screaming, "Raisins don't belong in salad!" But relax: This just might be the only time they do. The soft, sweet raisins complement the crunchy carrots, which are finished with a tangy dressing. Soak the raisins in hot water to give them a different, more plump texture. If you aren't a fan of mayonnaise or yogurt, use 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice, and add some chopped fresh parsley. Let the crunchy-sweet flavors roll over your tastebuds as you realize you've made a simple, and delicious, dish in less than 15 minutes.
Provided by Millie Peartree
Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings (about 4 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, add pineapple, raisins, mayonnaise, honey and orange zest (if using). Mix until combined.
- Add carrots to dressing and fold together all the ingredients using a rubber spatula or tongs.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then serve chilled.
GRANDMA'S CARROT SALAD
My grandma used to make this carrot salad all the time and I loved it. Now I make it to honor her and it's almost as good as hers.
Provided by Mrs. Wynkoop
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix carrots and raisins together in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt together in a small bowl until smooth. Pour lemon juice mixture over carrot mixture and stir until carrots are completely coated. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 179 mg, Sugar 24 g
CARROT APPLE SALAD
Deciding to start eating healthy, I took a classic carrot and raisin salad recipe and lightened it up, then added apples for extra flavor. I took this dish to a weight-loss group meeting and they loved it! -Kim Jones, Collinsville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a bowl. Add apples to the juice; toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. , In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, carrots, raisins, coconut and apples. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over carrot mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
QUICK CARROT RAISIN SALAD
This traditional salad is fun to eat because of its crunchy texture and the slightly sweet raisin flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place carrots and raisins in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar and enough milk to achieve the consistency of a creamy salad dressing. Pour over carrot mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CARROT GELATIN SALAD
Old-fashioned carrot salad made with lemon Jell-O and pineapple. Grandma didn't specify the amount of carrots. You probably can't use too much!
Provided by ASTENG
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 5h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a large bowl, prepare the lemon gelatin according to package directions using reserved pineapple juice in place of some of the water. Refrigerate until thickened, about 1 hour.
- When the gelatin has thickened, stir in pineapple and shredded carrot. Cover and refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, Sodium 140.1 mg, Sugar 30 g
SHREDDED BEET AND CARROT SALAD
Beets, which are rich in folic acid and vitamin C, are the primary ingredient of this simple salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, oil, honey, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a food processor fitted with the shredding disk, shred beets then carrots. Add to bowl along with parsley, and toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g
CUCUMBER, CARROT, AND RED ONION SALAD
Categories Salad Onion Side No-Cook Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Cucumber Carrot Chill Gourmet Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl combine vegetables. In a small bowl stir together vinegar, oil, salt, sugar, and pepper to taste until salt and sugar are dissolved. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine well. Chill salad, covered, stirring occasionally, at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
ROASTED CARROT SALAD
Inspired by an incredibly popular salad sold in a local award winning market here in Woodstock, VT. Since they don't give out the recipe, I had to figure it out on my own. But I (and others) believe that my version is infinitely better, and I'm sure you will agree. This light, fresh and healthy salad is perfect for summer days and presents well for BBQ's, potlucks, and dinner parties alike and it is guaranteed to impress and get rave reviews every time.
Provided by Morgan
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Combine the carrots, almonds, and garlic in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread out onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake the carrots in the preheated oven until soft and the edges turn brown, about 30 minutes. Remove and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Once cool, return the carrots to the mixing bowl, and drizzle with honey and vinegar; toss until coated. Add the cranberries and blue cheese; toss again until evenly mixed. Combine with the arugula and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 370.3 mg, Sugar 13.1 g
CARROT RAISIN SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients well, using your fingers to toss and coat the carrots thoroughly. Transfer to a travel container or serving dish. As the salad sits, the raisins will plump a bit and carrots will take on citrus taste.
CARROT, AVOCADO, AND ORANGE SALAD
Provided by April Bloomfield
Categories Salad Garlic Side Vegetarian Lunch Avocado Carrot Spring Healthy Vegan Cumin Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Pound the garlic with a healthy pinch of salt in a mortar until you have a wet, fairly smooth paste. (You can also do this on a cutting board, chopping and mashing and chopping and mashing until you're satisfied.) Put the paste in a large mixing bowl. Add the cumin, coriander, chilies, and 1/4 cup of the olive oil and stir well, then add the carrots and toss well so they're coated with the oil and spices. Sprinkle on 3 healthy pinches of salt, crushing the grains with your fingers as you add them, and toss again.
- Put the carrots in a large shallow baking dish in one layer. Scrape out the extra garlic, spices, and oil from the bowl and spread evenly on top of the carrots. Pour 1/4 cup water into an empty spot in the casserole (you don't want to wash off the tasty oily stuff) and tilt the dish so the water spreads across the bottom.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and put it in the oven. Cook the carrots for 25 minutes. Take off the foil and keep cooking until the carrots are lightly browned, and about as tender and creamy as avocado flesh, but not so soft that they threaten to fall apart, about 35 minutes more.
- While the carrots are roasting, segment the orange as you would a lemon. Squeeze the membranes into a small bowl to release the juice. Set it aside.
- When the carrots are done, take the dish out of the oven and let it sit until the carrots have cooled a bit but are still warm.
- Meanwhile, take the avocados from the fridge. Halve them lengthwise, remove the pits, and peel the halves. Cut the flesh lengthwise into slices about the same size as the carrots-the slices should be sturdy enough that they don't break up when you toss them.
- Put the avocado slices in a large mixing bowl and add the reserved orange juice, the lemon juice, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and a healthy pinch or two of salt. Toss gently and well with your hands. Push the avocado to one side of the bowl. Add the carrots a handful at a time, scraping and tossing them in the beautiful green liquid in the bowl before adding the next handful. Make sure to scrape out and add all the garlicky spices left in the baking dish. Toss it all together gently, being careful not to break the avocado slices.
- Stack the carrots, avocado, and orange segments on a platter or in a serving bowl so they're facing this way and that. Top with the cilantro and serve right away.
CARROT-PINEAPPLE GELATIN SALAD
"My grandma frequently fixed the salad when she was asked to bring a dish to a family gathering," writes Sue Gronholz of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. "Now I make it often since it's a favorite of our kids. It's a fun way for them to get a fruit and vegetable."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice; set pineapple and juice aside. In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water, vinegar, salt and reserved juice. Chill until partially thickened, about 45 minutes. Stir in carrots and reserved pineapple. Pour into a 3-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Chill until firm. Unmold to serve.
Nutrition Facts :
OLD-FASHIONED CARROT SALAD
Steps:
- Peel the carrots and grate them in a food processor fitted with the large grating attachment. If you lay the carrots on their sides in the feed tube, you will have nice long grated strands. Place the grated carrots in a large bowl and add the mayonnaise, pineapple, raisins, salt, and pepper. Toss well and season to taste. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
CUCUMBER CARROT SALAD
This is super easy, very tasty and travels well so it's great for picnics, lunch bags, whatever. It tastes wonderful at room temperature. From the Chicago Tribune, originally attributed to Ron Bilaro, a personal chef in Chicago. The original recipe called for 2 T. of the sesame oil but I knocked that down to 1 T. as we feel a little goes a long way with sesame oil. Add more if you wish.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together vinegar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine carrots, cucumber and onion in a medium bowl. Add the vinegar dressing and mix thoroughly.
- This travels well and tastes great at room temperature.
ROASTED CARROT AND BEET SALAD WITH FETA
Provided by Hugh Acheson
Categories Appetizer Side Vegetarian Dinner Feta Root Vegetable Beet Carrot Fall Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir cumin seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, 3-4 minutes. Let cool. Finely grind in a spice mill.
- Whisk cumin, lemon juice, vinegar, and Dijon mustard in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup oil, then mint. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
- Cook carrots in a large pot of boiling salted water for 1 minute; using a slotted spoon, transfer carrots to a bowl. Add beets to same pot of boiling water and cook until just tender, 20-25 minutes. Drain. Let stand at room temperature to cool slightly, about 15 minutes. Peel and trim beets; halve lengthwise. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette and vegetables can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Return vinaigrette to room temperature and whisk before using.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Season carrots with salt and pepper. Toss with 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Arrange on half of a large rimmed baking sheet. Place beets in same bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Arrange in single layer opposite carrots on same baking sheet. Roast vegetables, turning once, until slightly charred and just tender, about 15 minutes.
- Place carrots, 1/2 cup parsley leaves, and feta in a medium bowl; drizzle 1/4 cup vinaigrette over and toss to coat. Arrange carrot mixture on a small platter. Place beets in another medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons vinaigrette; toss to coat. Tuck beets in among carrots. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup parsley leaves over. Drizzle with remaining dressing.
MISO CARROT SAUCE WITH GINGER (JAPANESE SALAD DRESSING)
Really nice dressing! One measure of a good home cook is the ability to make your own salad dressing. Or so says Mark Bittman in the food section of the New York Times. This is the orange dressing you sometimes see on your too-cold salad in Japanese restaurants. I made this tonight, and thought it was much better than any other I ever tried at a Japanese restaurant! I made this with half the corn oil, so if you'd like to try the original recipe you can increase amount to 1/4 cup. I did not decrease the sesame oil (but did use regular).
Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 1 1/4 cup, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put all ingredients except salt and pepper in a food processor and pulse a few times to mince carrots.
- If using a blender, turn on briefly and turn off and repeat a few times. Then let machine run for a minute or so until mixture is chunky-smooth.
- Taste and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or cover tightly and refrigerate for up to several days.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, young carrots. Look for carrots that are firm and brightly colored.
- If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin carrot ribbons.
- If you're using a regular grater, be sure to grate the carrots coarsely. This will help them stay crisp in the salad.
- To make the dressing, whisk all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth. You can also use a blender or food processor to make the dressing.
- If you're making the salad ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dressing can be stored separately in a jar or container.
Conclusion:
This carrot salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its crunchy texture and sweet-tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit!
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