Description
A delightful and nostalgic salad featuring creamy dressing, fresh carrots, and sweet raisins, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots and raisins.
- In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot and raisin mixture and stir until well combined.
- If using, fold in chopped walnuts for added crunch.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Vintage Creamy Carrot Raisin Salad, Carrot Salad, Creamy Salad, Vintage Recipe