Carrot and raisin salad

Recipe at a glance

Shredded carrots and apple are mixed with raisins and feta, then dressed with lemon juice and olive oil.

Carrot and raisin salad
Fresh, light and nutritious salad is perfect for any garnish. It perfectly combines with meat and fish. Carrot salad with raisins can be a separate dish if you want some light meal and have no time for cooking.
Cooking time15 min
Servings2
CategoryEasy salads
Step by step

How to make it

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Peel and shred the carrots.
    Carrot and raisin salad
  2. 2

    Step 2

    Peel and shred the apple. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Add to carrots.
    Carrot and raisin salad
  3. 3

    Step 3

    Cut feta cheese into small cubes or chop with a fork into small pieces. Add to grated carrots and apples.
    Carrot and raisin salad
  4. 4

    Step 4

    Rinse raisins under water and add to the salad.
    Carrot and raisin salad
  5. 5

    Step 5

    Add salt and pepper. Season with olive oil and stir.

    Let the salad with carrots and raisins sit for at least 10-15 minutes and enjoy its excellent taste. Carrot lovers will be satisfied.
    Carrot and raisin salad
  6. 6

    Step 6

    Share if you like it!
    Carrot and raisin salad

Cooking tips

Shred the carrots finely and prepare the apple close to serving so both stay crisp.

Ingredient substitutions

Another crumbly cheese can replace feta, though its saltiness and texture may differ.

Questions about this recipe

What gives this carrot salad sweetness?

Apple and raisins add sweetness to the shredded carrots.

What cheese is in the salad?

The ingredient list includes feta cheese.

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