Description
Carrot Apple Slaw is a vibrant and refreshing salad that combines the sweet crunch of apples with the crispness of carrots, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. This delightful slaw is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a colorful side dish for any meal. With added feta cheese and cranberries, it brings an exciting burst of flavor and texture to your table. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this healthy and customizable recipe is a fantastic choice for those busy days when you want something nutritious and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet red apple
- 1 large tart green apple
- 10 ounces matchstick carrots (about 3 cups)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)
- 1/2 cup dried sweetened cranberries
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Core the apples, slice thinly, and cut into matchsticks. Toss with lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Add matchstick carrots and mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the apple-carrot mixture and stir to coat evenly.
- Fold in feta cheese and cranberries; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg