Crunchy Carrot Raisin N Walnut Salad Recipes

CARROT RAISIN SALAD

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This colorful traditional salad is one of my mother-in-law's favorites. It's fun to eat because of its crunchy texture, and the raisins give it a slightly sweet flavor. Plus, the dish is easy to prepare. -Denise Baumert, Dalhart, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 cups shredded carrots
3/4 to 1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

Mix the first 4 ingredients. Stir in enough milk to reach desired consistency. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

A DIFFERENT CARROT RAISIN SALAD

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My carrot salad has a little twist to it ... coconut! I hope you enjoy it as much as my friends and fiance do.

Provided by Karena

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 large carrots, shredded
1 cup raisins
1 cup walnuts
¼ cup finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons shredded coconut
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
½ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, raisins, walnuts, celery, and coconut. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir dressing into carrot mixture. Chill a few hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 9.1 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 236.8 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

CARROT AND RAISIN SALAD II

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This is a recipe I made way back in sixth grade home economics class and it's still a favorite!

Provided by LINDA W.

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

½ cup sour cream
½ cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
4 cups shredded carrot
1 cup raisins

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and brown sugar. Add carrots and raisins and stir until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 23.1 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 624.5 mg, Sugar 34.3 g

CRUNCHY CARROT SALAD

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"These carrots make a beautiful presentation and are absolutely delicious," says Jennifer Cain from Bel Air, Maryland. "They've been a hit with everyone who has tasted them, including my husband, who doesn't typically care for carrots!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 medium carrots, julienned
2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion (green part only)
1 tablespoon chopped almonds, toasted
1/8 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the sugar, vinegar and salt. Add carrots; toss to coat. Divide between two plates. Sprinkle with red pepper, onion, almonds and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges