It’s about time carrot salad took a place of honor. Too often forgotten in favor of classic carrot recipes like candied carrots and carrot cake, this carrot salad is full of color, bold flavors and textures. Pasta salads are yours! (Just kidding, pasta salad? we have room in our hearts for both!) It’s got everything you’re looking for in a side dish: crunchy, tangy and sweet, making it the perfect fresh and flavorful salad for spring and summer. Whether you’re firing up the grill or planning your Easter dinner, add this carrot salad to the menu – it goes with everything!
YIELDS: 6 – 8 serving(s)
PREP TIME: 5 mins
TOTAL TIME: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp. mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp. coarse grain Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 10 oz. bags matchstick carrots
- 1 red apple, cut into matchsticks
- 1/2 c. chopped toasted pecans
- 1/2 c. raisins
- 2 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing until smooth.
- Add the carrots, apple, pecans, raisins, and parsley to the dressing mixture; toss together to coat. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 1 day.
