Best 8 Salad With Carrots Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our collection of tantalizing carrot salad recipes. From classic combinations to unique culinary creations, these salads offer a delightful balance of textures, colors, and tastes. Whether you're seeking a refreshing side dish, a light lunch option, or a nutritious meal, our diverse selection of carrot salads guarantees an unforgettable culinary experience. Discover the vibrant flavors of the Classic Carrot Salad, where crisp carrots, crunchy celery, and sweet raisins mingle in a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing. For a refreshing twist, the Carrot and Apple Salad combines the sweetness of apples with the earthy notes of carrots, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. Craving a Mediterranean flair? The Carrot and Feta Salad is a delightful blend of sweet carrots, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. If you're looking for a hearty and protein-packed salad, the Carrot and Chickpea Salad combines fiber-rich chickpeas with crisp carrots, fresh herbs, and a flavorful tahini dressing. And for a unique culinary adventure, the Carrot and Avocado Salad offers a creamy and refreshing combination of avocado, carrots, and a zesty lime dressing. With so many delectable options, our carrot salad recipes cater to every palate, promising a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

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GRANDMA'S CARROT SALAD



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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

1 pound shredded carrots
1 ¼ cups raisins
2 tablespoons mayonnaise, or to taste
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt

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 SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large carrots, peeled
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for water
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole carrots (cut them in half if they don't fit in the pot) and cook until just cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and cut carrots into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, cumin, cayenne, and salt in a large bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified and stir in the parsley. Add the cooked carrots and toss to combine. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 649 milligrams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CARROT RAISIN SALAD



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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

4 cups shredded carrots
3/4 to 1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

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

CLASSIC CARROT SALAD



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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

1 (8-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup golden or brown raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise or plain yogurt
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest, (optional)
6 medium carrots, peeled and grated (about 4 cups), or 1 (10-ounce) bag of carrot matchsticks

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.

SALAD WITH CARROTS



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Peanut butter is a scrumptious addition to this simple salad. With just a few basic ingredients, you can have it ready in no time.-Esther Bane, Glidden, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 cups shredded carrots
1/3 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise and peanut butter. Stir in carrots and raisins. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

THE WHOLE CARROT SALAD



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Here is a salad I have been making for a few years. I love having raw and roasted versions of the same vegetable together in a dish and wanted to make the humble carrot stand out by utilizing the green carrot tops. Carrot tops are bitter, but by blanching them, you can coax out a more mellow flavor. Swirling with Greek yogurt really rounds out the dish. I make this with Lebanese spices, crunchy seeds and the refreshing surprise of orange blossom vinaigrette. The whole salad is a hearty and gorgeous wild ride for your mouth.

Provided by Next Iron Chef All Star: Elizabeth Falkner

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 34

1 bunch rainbow carrots or 3 bunches baby rainbow carrots, tops reserved, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon crushed coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo chile
1/2 teaspoon Urfa chile
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 cup black (or any color) lentils, rinsed
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon dry roasted cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon dry roasted fennel seeds
Pinch Aleppo chile
Pinch Urfa chile
Kosher salt
2 cups carrot top leaves
2 to 4 cloves garlic
1 bunch fresh Italian parsley
1/2 cup olive oil
Kosher salt
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (0 or 2 percent)
1/2 cup olive oil or other oil, such as canola
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon orange flower water, optional
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Zest and juice of 1 tangerine or orange

Steps:

  • For the carrots and lentils: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Slice half the carrots into thin slices with a mandoline. Reserve in cold water and keep refrigerated.
  • Cut the remaining carrots into bite-size pieces or halve them lengthwise and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil along with the cumin, coriander and fennel seeds, 1/4 teaspoon each of the Aleppo Urfa chile, 1 teaspoon salt and a little black pepper. Transfer to a baking sheet and cover. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to roast until browned, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cook the red onion with the remaining tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the lentils, thyme sprigs and 2 cups water. Cook for 20 to 30 minutes on a simmer, adding more water as necessary. Season with freshly ground pepper, the remaining teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each Aleppo and Urfa chile. Set aside.
  • For the seeds: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Toss the pumpkin and sunflower seeds together with the olive oil on a baking sheet and toast them, raking every 5 minutes, for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Dry roast the sesame seeds either in the oven or on the stovetop until toasted. Add the cumin and fennel seeds and toss to combine. Turn off the heat.
  • Mix all the seeds together with the Aleppo and Urfa and a little salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • For the pesto and yogurt: Blanch the carrot top leaves, garlic and parsley in boiling water until brightened in color, about 1 minute. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Combine the blanched carrot tops, garlic and parsley with the olive oil, a pinch of salt and 1/2 cup reserved toasted seeds in a blender. Swirl the pesto with the Greek yogurt and set aside until ready to use.
  • For the vinaigrette: Add the olive oil, sherry vinegar, honey, orange flower water if using, salt, pepper to taste and tangerine juice and zest. Blend until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  • For serving: Drain the raw carrots well and toss with about a third of the vinaigrette in a bowl and set aside. Toss the roasted carrots with about another third of the vinaigrette. Toss the lentils with the remaining third of the vinaigrette.
  • Set a large spoonful of the lentils in the bottom of a large serving bowl. Set a large spoonful of the pesto-yogurt mixture on one side. Pile the roasted carrots over the rest of the lentils. Top the roasted carrots with the dressed raw carrots. Sprinkle more of the roasted seeds on top and serve. Repeat to make more bowls.

COOKED CARROT SALAD



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This is a Moroccan recipe published in The Africa Cookbook - Tastes of a Continent by Jessica B. Harris.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 carrots
1 cup water
1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon parsley, minced (flat leafed variety)
salt
pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Wash, scrape and slice carrots into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  • Bring water to a boil in a heavy saucepan. Add carrots and garlic, cover, and cook about 15 minutes, or until tender (but still firm).
  • Drain carrots and place in serving bowl.
  • Mix remaining ingredients and pour over the carrots. Toss, then cover with plastic wrap and set aside for about 30 minutes before serving at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.2, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 44, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 0.7

CARROT RAISIN SALAD



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A basic and simple recipe for carrot salad. The pineapple is optional. It tastes great as is but you can always add shredded coconut as well.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Carrot Salad

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ½ cups shredded carrots
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
¾ cup raisins
½ cup sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
½ cup mayonnaise
1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine carrots, pineapple with juice, raisins, sugar, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a large bowl; mix well.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving for flavors to meld for best results.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 88 mg

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp carrots. Look for carrots that are smooth and brightly colored, with no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a vegetable peeler to create carrot ribbons. Simply peel the carrot into long, thin strips.
  • To add a bit of extra flavor to the salad, try roasting the carrots before adding them to the salad. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots and gives them a slightly caramelized flavor.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as cucumbers, celery, or radishes. You can also add nuts, seeds, or dried fruit for extra crunch and flavor.
  • For a creamy dressing, try using Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise. You can also add herbs, spices, or citrus zest to the dressing for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Carrot salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavor, carrot salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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