Creamy Carrot Apple Salad with Cranberries
Creamy carrot apple salad is a finely grated slaw with apple pieces and dried cranberries.
Creamy carrot apple salad is a finely grated slaw with apple pieces and dried cranberries. A small amount of onion gives the sweet vegetables a savoury edge, while lemon keeps the mayonnaise dressing bright. This is the creamy counterpart to the walnut-and-raisin salad at row 63, with a different cut and dressing. Grate carrots coarsely so they retain a little bite. Toss apple into the dressing as soon as it is cut to reduce browning.
Recipe at a glance
Yield: 4 side servings. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes. Total: 15 minutes, including 0 minutes of additional resting, cooling, chilling or draining where stated. Times are estimates; follow the doneness checks.
Equipment
Grater, knife, whisk and mixing bowl
Ingredients and directions
Recipe card
Creamy Carrot Apple Salad with Cranberries
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Equipment: Grater, knife, whisk and mixing bowl
Ingredients
Instructions
Mix dressing
Whisk mayonnaise, lemon, sugar, salt and pepper in a bowl.
Prepare produce
Wash and grate carrots. Core and dice apple, then add it to dressing promptly. Add onion and cranberries.
Fold together
Mix carrot through the dressed fruit. Serve immediately or refrigerate covered until needed.
Doneness checks
Helpful tips
- Grate carrots coarsely.
- Dice apple just before mixing.
- Chop onion very finely.
- Use dressing only to coat.
Troubleshooting
- No. The separate carrot apple walnut salad at row 63 has an oil dressing and raisins.
- Grate carrots coarsely.
Serving ideas
- Serve with roast chicken.
- Pair with sandwiches.
- Offer beside baked potatoes.
- Add to a cold lunch plate.
Substitutions
Use vegan mayonnaise for an egg-free variation if its label is suitable. Replace cranberries with raisins for a sweeter result.
Variation
Add 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds at serving time for extra crunch.
Make ahead
Grate carrots and mix dressing ahead, keeping chilled. Add apple and cranberries near serving.
Storage and reheating
Refrigerate up to 2 days. Stir before serving; apple releases a little juice. Do not freeze.
Food safety
Use clean utensils and wash produce. Keep perishable ingredients refrigerated at 4°C (40°F) or below. Refrigerate perishable leftovers promptly, within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 32°C (90°F).
Frequently asked questions
Does this contain walnuts?
No. The separate carrot apple walnut salad at row 63 has an oil dressing and raisins.
Can I prepare it a day ahead?
Yes, keep it refrigerated; the apple becomes a little softer and may release juice.
Tips
- Grate carrots coarsely.
- Dice apple just before mixing.
- Chop onion very finely.
- Use dressing only to coat.
Troubleshooting
- No. The separate carrot apple walnut salad at row 63 has an oil dressing and raisins.
- Grate carrots coarsely.
Substitutions
- Use vegan mayonnaise for an egg-free variation if its label is suitable. Replace cranberries with raisins for a sweeter result.
Variations
- Add 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds at serving time for extra crunch.
Serving suggestions
- Serve with roast chicken.
- Pair with sandwiches.
- Offer beside baked potatoes.
- Add to a cold lunch plate.
Make ahead
Grate carrots and mix dressing ahead, keeping chilled. Add apple and cranberries near serving.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 2 days. Stir before serving; apple releases a little juice. Do not freeze.
Food safety
Use clean utensils and wash produce. Keep perishable ingredients refrigerated at 4°C (40°F) or below. Refrigerate perishable leftovers promptly, within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 32°C (90°F).
Frequently asked questions
Does this contain walnuts?
No. The separate carrot apple walnut salad at row 63 has an oil dressing and raisins.
Can I prepare it a day ahead?
Yes, keep it refrigerated; the apple becomes a little softer and may release juice.
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