Description
Refreshing Apple Cranberry Carrot Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. With crisp apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy carrots, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with vitamins. Ideal for light lunches, side dishes, or potlucks, it can be prepared in just minutes, making it a go-to choice for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Granny Smith apples, diced
- 1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples. Core and dice into bite-sized pieces.
- If using whole carrots, peel and shred them using a grater or food processor.
- In a large bowl, combine diced apples, dried cranberries, and shredded carrots.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the mixture to enhance flavors and prevent browning.
- Toss all ingredients gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg