Old Fashioned Carrot Salad
This old fashioned carrot salad is made with grated carrots, raisins, pineapple, and a creamy mayo dressing. This nostalgic salad has the perfect balance between sweet and tangy.
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This salad brings back memories of my childhood , it made an appearance at most Pot Lucks , BBQs and even my school cafeteria. When I was a kid I would not eat this but when I got older and finally tried it , it was love at first bite . I am also old enough to remember when the carrot salad was on the menu at Chick fil a . If you like this recipe check out my Old Fashioned Pea Salad , it is just like my Grandma used to make .
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What you will need to make this salad:
- Fresh carrots
- Raisins – I used golden raisins but any will do
- Pineapple -I used chunks but tidbits will work
- Mayo
- Honey
- salt
- apple cider vinegar
- Vegetable peeler -Tap HERE for my favorite
- Kitchen knife -Tap HERE for my favorite
- Whisk- Tap HERE for my favorite
- Mixing bowls
- Grater or Food processor-Tap HERE for my favorite grater
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Let’s make Old Fashioned Carrot Salad !
Place the raisins in a small bowl and cover them from with hot water . Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let them set while you clean the carrots. Clean the carrots by peeling them and cutting the ends off , then grate them.
In a small bowl place the mayo , honey , salt and vinegar .
Whisk together until combined .
In a large mixing bowl toss together the carrots , raisins and pineapple .
Add dressing to the carrot mixture.
Blend together well , then cover and chill.
Variations :
- Instead of mayo use Greek yogurt for healthier option that is lower in fat and higher in protein
- Add you favorite chopped nut like pecans or walnuts
- Instead of raisins you can use currants or dried cranberries
- To cut down on sugar you can replace the honey with a sugar substitute like Splenda.
- Coconut would also be a great add in
If you like this recipe check out these :
- Old fashioned Pea Salad
- Old Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
- The Best Macaroni Salad
- Watergate Salad
- Healthy Egg Salad
Old Fashioned Carrot Salad
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Raisins
- 1/2 cup hot water discard after the raisins are plump
- 4 cups Carrots freshly grated
- 20 oz Pineapple chunks drained
Dressing
- 3/4 cup mayo
- 1 Tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Put the raisins in a small bowl and pour hot water over them . Cover with plastic wrap and let them set while you prepare everything else1/2 cup Raisins , 1/2 cup hot water
- Wash and peel carrots . Grate them by hand , with a food processor or any other method you have available .4 cups Carrots
- In a small bowl whisk together the dressing .3/4 cup mayo, 1 Tablespoons Honey, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt
- In a large mixing bowl combine the carrots , drained raisins , and drained pineapple4 cups Carrots , 20 oz Pineapple chunks , 1/2 cup Raisins
- Pour the mixed dressing over the salad
- Mix well and chill for at least 3-4 hours before serving .
- Store in the fridge in a covered container for up to 3 days .
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Notes
Nutrition
This salad is good stored in the fridge for 2-3 days .
For optimum freshness I would make this the day before you want to serve it .
You can substitute Greek Yogurt for the mayo.
Yes , you can leave them out or replace them with something you like . You can even add your favorite chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts .
