Best Fruit Carrot Salad Recipes

FRUIT & CARROT SALAD

Fruit & Carrot Salad image

I have made carrot salad in many variations for many years, but this is my favourite. I don't always have all three fruits to put into it, but I do try to have two out of the three at least. This is so cool and refreshing. It makes a great accompaniment to my Lamb Curry. Cook time is chill time, although it will keep, if well sealed, for 24 hours in the fridge.

Provided by Jenny Sanders

Categories Oranges

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 large carrots
1/4 peeled and cored fresh pineapple
1 navel orange
1 large tart apple
1/4 cup raisins
2 valencia oranges, juice of
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Peel and grate the carrots.
Chop the pineapple, peel and section the orange and cut the segments in half, and core and chop the apple.
Mix the carrots, prepared fruits and raisins in a medium sized bowl.
Squeeze the oranges, and mix the juice with the olive oil, mustard and salt and pepper to taste.
Toss the dressing with the salad.
Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.9, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 35.8, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 12.7, Protein 1.4

CARROT APPLE SALAD

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Deciding to start eating healthy, I took a classic carrot and raisin salad recipe and lightened it up, then added apples for extra flavor. I took this dish to a weight-loss group meeting and they loved it! -Kim Jones, Collinsville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
2 medium tart apples, diced
3 cups shredded carrots
3 tablespoons raisins
3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup fat-free reduced-sugar vanilla yogurt
1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt
3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a bowl. Add apples to the juice; toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. , In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, carrots, raisins, coconut and apples. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over carrot mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CARROT RAISIN SALAD

Carrot Raisin Salad image

This colorful traditional salad is one of my mother-in-law's favorites. It's fun to eat because of its crunchy texture, and the raisins give it a slightly sweet flavor. Plus, the dish is easy to prepare. -Denise Baumert, Dalhart, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 cups shredded carrots
3/4 to 1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

Mix the first 4 ingredients. Stir in enough milk to reach desired consistency. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CLASSIC CARROT SALAD

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Maybe your family has made carrot salad forever, or maybe you've seen it at potlucks, but if you're not familiar with this Southern classic, your inner voice might be screaming, "Raisins don't belong in salad!" But relax: This just might be the only time they do. The soft, sweet raisins complement the crunchy carrots, which are finished with a tangy dressing. Soak the raisins in hot water to give them a different, more plump texture. If you aren't a fan of mayonnaise or yogurt, use 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice, and add some chopped fresh parsley. Let the crunchy-sweet flavors roll over your tastebuds as you realize you've made a simple, and delicious, dish in less than 15 minutes.

Provided by Millie Peartree

Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 to 4 servings (about 4 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup golden or brown raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise or plain yogurt
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest, (optional)
6 medium carrots, peeled and grated (about 4 cups), or 1 (10-ounce) bag of carrot matchsticks

Steps:

In a large bowl, add pineapple, raisins, mayonnaise, honey and orange zest (if using). Mix until combined.
Add carrots to dressing and fold together all the ingredients using a rubber spatula or tongs.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then serve chilled.

PINEAPPLE & COCONUT CARROT SALAD

Pineapple & Coconut Carrot Salad image

I enjoyed a salad like this at a tropical-inspired restaurant. I tried to get the staff to give me the recipe but had no luck. So I went home and created my own! I will sometimes drain a can of mandarin orange slices and toss those in as well. -Shirley Turpin, Williams, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sour cream
1/3 cup honey
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 pounds carrots, shredded (about 5 cups)
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1-1/2 cups flaked coconut
1-1/2 cups golden raisins

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Stir in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.