Refreshing Apple Cranberry Carrot Salad: The Best Healthy Delight
A delightful and healthy salad combining the crispness of apples, tartness of cranberries, and the vibrant color of carrots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped apples
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded carrots, chopped apples, dried cranberries, and walnuts.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon.
- This salad can be made a day ahead; just keep the dressing separate until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg