Description
A vibrant salad combining sweet apples and crunchy carrots with a creamy citrus dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Fresh Green Apples, sliced
- 2 Medium-sized Carrots, grated
- ½ cup Plain Yogurt (Greek yogurt recommended)
- Juice of 1 Lemon or Orange
- 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash apples and carrots. Peel carrots and cut into matchsticks; core and slice apples.
- Make the Dressing: Mix yogurt, citrus juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Toss carrots and apples in a bowl, drizzle the dressing, and mix gently.
- Taste and Adjust: Check seasoning and adjust dressing to taste.
- Let it Chill: Refrigerate for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Can substitute yogurt with coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option. Excellent for picnics and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: salad, apple salad, carrot salad, summer salad, refreshing side dish