Best 3 Tropical Carrot Raisin Salad Recipes

**Tropical Carrot Raisin Salad: A Refreshing and Vibrant Medley of Flavors**

Indulge in a culinary journey to the tropics with our Tropical Carrot Raisin Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that tantalizes your taste buds. This delightful salad combines the natural sweetness of carrots, the plump juiciness of raisins, the tangy crunch of pineapple, and the nutty flavor of coconut, all enveloped in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing. With its vibrant colors and exotic flavors, this salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate, perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a light and healthy side dish. Let's embark on a tropical adventure with this irresistible carrot salad recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARROT RAISIN SALAD RECIPE

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An easy 10-minute Grated Carrot Salad with raisins and a delicious olive oil lemon-orange dressing full of spices.

Provided by Carine Claudepierre

Categories Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound Grated Carrots (trimmed, peeled equivalent to 4 cups, 10 medium carrots)
1/2 cup Golden Dried Raisins
6 tablespoons Toasted Nuts And Seeds (I used 2 Tbsp of each: pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, and chopped pecans.)
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (finely chopped)
1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Orange Juice
1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Maple Syrup
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Cumin
1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
1/2 teaspoon Curry Powder

Steps:

First, add the nuts and seeds in a non-stick frypan and toast for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Season with salt. Remove from heat and cool down in a bowl.
Trim, peel carrots - I use about 10 small carrots for this recipe.
Grate on the small grater attachment of your food processor or hand grater.
Place the grated carrot in a large salad bowl. Set aside in the fridge.
Make the salad dressing: add all the salad dressing ingredients to a bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside at room temperature.
To assemble the salad, top the grated carrots with dried raisins, chopped fresh parsley, toasted seeds, and nuts and add the dressing all over. Stir to evenly blend flavors.
Refrigerate an hour to increase flavor or serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (1/2 cup), Calories 166.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, Fat 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 259.3 mg, Fiber 2.8 g, Sugar 8.9 g, UnsaturatedFat 10.4 g

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

Ingredients

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

QUICK CARROT RAISIN SALAD

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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

Ingredients

4 cups shredded carrots (about 4 to 5 large)
3/4 to 1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons fat-free milk

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.

Tips:

Choose fresh, crisp carrots for the best flavor and texture.
If you don't have pineapple chunks, you can use canned pineapple tidbits, drained.
For a sweeter salad, use golden raisins instead of dark raisins.
If you don't have chopped walnuts, you can use chopped pecans or almonds.
For a tangier salad, add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to the dressing.
If you're making the salad ahead of time, wait to add the raisins and walnuts until just before serving so they don't get soggy.

Conclusion:

Tropical Carrot Raisin Salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables! With its sweet and tangy dressing, crunchy carrots, and chewy raisins, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your next party.