Carrot Raisin Salad

Turn a bunch of inexpensive carrots into a delicious carrot raisin salad! It’s so fresh, full of flavor, and economical.

It makes a healthy side dish loaded with nutrients, perfect all year round.

Carrots are terrific, budget-friendly, and so versatile. I always have carrots in the fridge ready to make carrot soups, quick side dishes, and blender carrot cakes!

This carrot raisin salad is another great addition to our weekly routine!

And although it looks pretty simple and quick, the delicate balance between sweet carrots, raisins, and tangy dressing makes this salad absolutely yummy.

It’s also great for potlucks and BBQs because it’s easy to transport, it keeps well, and that glowing orange looks lovely on the table.

Here is what you need…

List of the ingredients

• Carrots
• Raisins (or sultanas)
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
• Dijon mustard
• Garlic
• Honey (or maple syrup to make it vegan)
• Salt & pepper

How to make carrot raisin salad

(Note: this is a quick description with step by step photos, the full recipe is at the bottom of the page)

• Peel and wash the carrots. A peeler helps you greatly in here!
• Then grate the carrots using a box grater or the shredded attachment of your food processor. This is mine and I love it: it grates pounds of carrots in seconds!

• Place the grated carrots and the raisins in a large salad bowl.
• Put the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake. I use this practical glass dressing shaker; I love the anti-drip spout that doesn’t leak! : )
• Pour over the salad, toss well to combine, and serve!

Recipe Notes

Carrot raisin salad ingredients

Carrots: Use fresh and crunchy carrots for salads! If you grate them quickly with a food processor, make a double batch and store them in the fridge. They keep well for days, and you can make these delicious carrot fritters, too!

Raisins: Raisins, golden raisins, and sultanas are all fine.

Dijon mustard: Its pungent flavor pairs well with sweet carrots and makes a rich, thicker dressing. Whole-grain mustard works well, too.

Apple cider vinegar: You can substitute apple cider vinegar with lemon juice or white wine vinegar.

Garlic: You need a small garlic clove for the dressing, and the garlic flavor should be subtle and not overpowering.

Honey or maple syrup: add an extra sweetness and texture.

NOTE: Although in the US the term raisin refers to both raisins and sultanas, the two varieties are actually made from different types of grapes. However, since raisins and sultanas are similar in texture and flavor, they can be used interchangeably in this recipe.

Looking for more carrot recipes?

If you love carrots, here are a few delicious recipes to try!

• Carrot hummus
• Pumpkin and carrot soup
• Baked carrot fritters
• Red lentil soup with carrots
• Roasted root vegetable salad

And for more quick yummy salad…

Here are more delicious salads that are elegant but easy to make. Below a few of my favs:

• Salad with grapes
• Cabbage salad with apples
• Arugula pear salad
• Beetroot salad
• Winter salad
• Artichoke salad
• Celery and parmesan salad

If you make this carrot raisin salad or have a question, let me know by leaving a comment. I would love to hear from you! x

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