Description
A crisp and colorful salad featuring sweet apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy carrots, tossed in a light citrus vinaigrette. Perfect for a healthy side dish or light lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 large apples (such as Fuji or Gala), cored and julienned
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 3 large carrots, peeled and julienned
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the julienned apples, carrots, and dried cranberries.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with fresh mint if desired. Toss lightly and serve chilled.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a sweeter salad, add more honey; for a tangier version, increase the lemon juice. Julienne the apples and carrots into matchstick-sized pieces for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: American