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Carrot raisin salad is a simple salad with the perfect mix of crunch and sweetness.

Crunchy carrots, sweet raisins, and a creamy dressing come together for a tasty treat that is so nostaglic. Easy to make and delicious to eat.

simple Carrot and Raisin Salad in a bowl with a spoon

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A Simple Carrot and Raisin Salad

This is a classic side dish that reminds me of my childhood and was the perfect way to use up my garden carrots!

This old-fashioned side dish with a simple dressing.
Comes together in just a few minutes.
The perfect balance of sweet and savory.
A refreshing and light side dish ideal for potlucks, picnics, or even holiday meals!

Ingredients

carrots: choose fresh, firm, and vibrant orange carrots and grate using the large side of a box grater to shred the carrots. You can use a food processor but be careful to not over-process them. Swap the orange carrots for rainbow carrots for a colorful dish! I don’t recommend using carrot matchsticks as they won’t soak up the dressing the same.
raisins: to elevate this dish, soak the raisins in warm water while shredding the carrots. This will plump the raisins up which I love. Try swapping or doing a 50/50 blend with craisins.
mayo: this salad dressing is a simple combination with mayonnaise and sugar.
sugar

Variations: add in drained pineapple tidbits or chunks or shredded apple. For some extra color stir in chopped broccoli or celery. Sunflower seeds or chopped nuts such as pecans, almonds, or walnuts add a nice crunch.

You will also need a box grater (for the carrots) and mixing bowls.