Carrot Raisin Salad with Lemon Dressing

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Carrot Raisin Salad with Lemon Dressing—a refreshing, no-cook side dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Shredded carrots and sweet golden raisins are tossed in a zesty lemon dressing made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. A sprinkle of chopped parsley and a hint of lemon zest add a burst of color and flavor, while a quick chill in the refrigerator lets the tangy-sweet flavors meld beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light, healthy snack. Packed with fresh ingredients, this salad is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy goodness, making it a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 medium carrots
0.5 cup raisins
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.125 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
0.5 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and grate them using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots and raisins.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the carrot and raisin mixture, and toss well to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad and gently toss again to evenly distribute.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve cold or at room temperature as a side dish or light snack.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(448.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	677.8

Total Fat 29.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 799.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 83.1g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154.9mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1546.5mg	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: 36.1%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 60.8%