Carrot Pineapple

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with tropical flavors, this Carrot Pineapple Salad is the perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess, making it a standout side dish or light dessert. Featuring tender grated carrots, juicy pineapple chunks, and plump raisins, this no-cook recipe is tied together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and a splash of lemon juice. Optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, elevating the dish with a touch of nuttiness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or as a healthy treat to brighten up any meal. Best served chilled, it’s a guilt-free delight that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Keywords: carrot pineapple salad, easy side dish, tropical salad, healthy carrot recipe, no-cook salad, creamy fruit salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium (peeled and grated) Carrots
• 1 cup (fresh or canned, diced) Pineapple
• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup (optional, chopped) Walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the carrots into thin shreds using a box grater or food processor.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, diced pineapple, and raisins.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, and salt until well blended to make the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the yogurt dressing over the carrot mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chopped walnuts for added crunch and flavor.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more honey for sweetness or lemon juice for tanginess.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(885.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1703.1

Total Fat 84.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.7g
Cholesterol 62.8mg	0%
Sodium 995.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 172.6g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 356.2mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2635.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 52.1%