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
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 SALAD
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
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
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.
SALAD WITH CARROTS
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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