Best 12 A Different Carrot Raisin Salad Recipes

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Are you tired of the same old carrot raisin salad? Do you want to add some excitement to your next potluck or picnic? If so, then you're in the right place. In this article, we'll share some unique and delicious recipes for carrot raisin salad that are sure to impress your friends and family. From classic salads with a twist to modern takes on this classic dish, we have something for everyone. So grab your carrots, raisins, and a few other ingredients, and let's get started!

Here are our top 12 tried and tested 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

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

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

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

CARROT RAISIN SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Two 10-ounce bags shredded carrots, available from the produce department
1 cup (3 handfuls) raisins
2 tablespoons poppy seeds (available in the spice aisle)
1 lemon, juiced
2 oranges, juiced
1/2 cup (2 handfuls) light brown sugar
Salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients well, using your fingers to toss and coat the carrots thoroughly. Transfer to a travel container or serving dish. As the salad sits, the raisins will plump a bit and carrots will take on citrus taste.

CLASSIC CARROT SALAD



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Maybe your family has made carrot salad forever, or maybe you've seen it at potlucks, but if you're not familiar with this Southern classic, your inner voice might be screaming, "Raisins don't belong in salad!" But relax: This just might be the only time they do. The soft, sweet raisins complement the crunchy carrots, which are finished with a tangy dressing. Soak the raisins in hot water to give them a different, more plump texture. If you aren't a fan of mayonnaise or yogurt, use 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice, and add some chopped fresh parsley. Let the crunchy-sweet flavors roll over your tastebuds as you realize you've made a simple, and delicious, dish in less than 15 minutes.

Provided by Millie Peartree

Categories     salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 to 4 servings (about 4 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup golden or brown raisins
1/4 cup mayonnaise or plain yogurt
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest, (optional)
6 medium carrots, peeled and grated (about 4 cups), or 1 (10-ounce) bag of carrot matchsticks

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add pineapple, raisins, mayonnaise, honey and orange zest (if using). Mix until combined.
  • Add carrots to dressing and fold together all the ingredients using a rubber spatula or tongs.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then serve chilled.

CARROT RAISIN SALAD FOR TWO



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IF YOU like carrots, here's a great recipe. It's easy to prepare and healthy. My mother made it every holiday, using either regular or golden raisins. This was one of the first recipes I tried on my husband when we were newlyweds. He was skeptical because he didn't like raisins, but now this is one of his favorite salads. -Marlene Reilly, Nescopeck, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound carrots, shredded
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon honey
Dash ground cinnamon, optional
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the carrots, raisins, yogurt, mayonnaise, honey and cinnamon if desired in a small bowl. Chill for several hours or overnight. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARROT AND RAISIN SALAD---MOROCCAN STYLE



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A little different combination of flavors makes this so good. We like it any time, but is especially good in the winter, when other fresh vegetables are not as good or quite expensive!

Provided by NoSpringChicken

Categories     Moroccan

Time 30m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb baby carrots
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
1 cup raisins
1 leaf lettuce (optional)

Steps:

  • Slice carrots into about three pieces.
  • Cook carrots in boiling water until crisp-tender, about five minutes.
  • Drain, rinse with cold water and drain again.
  • While carrots cool, in medium bowl, combine lemon juice, sugar, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt and cayenne pepper.
  • Stir to dissolve sugar and salt.
  • Stir in olive oil, parsley and raisins.
  • Add carrots and toss to combine.
  • Cover and chill for at least one hour to blend flavors, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve on a leaf of lettuce, if desired.

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     Carrot Salad

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

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-RAISIN SALAD



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This salad made using carrots and raisins is a quick and easy side dish for your next meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb carrots, shredded
1 cup chopped unpeeled Fuji apple (about 1 medium)
1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1/8 teaspoon salt
Additional chopped pecans, toasted, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, toss carrots, apple, raisins and 1 tablespoon pecans.
  • In small bowl, mix yogurt, sour cream, mayonnaise, honey, lemon peel, lemon juice, gingerroot and salt. Spoon over carrot mixture; toss gently to coat. Serve, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours. Garnish with additional chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg

A DIFFERENT CARROT RAISIN SALAD



A Different Carrot Raisin Salad image

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     Carrot Salad

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

QUICK CARROT RAISIN SALAD



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This traditional salad is fun to eat because of its crunchy texture and the slightly sweet raisin flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups shredded carrots (about 4 to 5 large)
3/4 to 1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons fat-free milk

Steps:

  • Place carrots and raisins in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar and enough milk to achieve the consistency of a creamy salad dressing. Pour over carrot mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARROT RAISIN SALAD



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This is very good. It came from an old pamphlet from Hellmann's Mayonnaise. You can use Real, Light or Cholesterol Free Reduced Fat Mayonnaise. count chill time as cook time

Provided by Jane from Ohio

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 cups coarsely shredded carrots
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In medium bowl combine mayonnaise and lemon juice.
  • Add carrots and raisins.
  • Toss to coat well.
  • Cover.
  • Chill for 2hrs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.7, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 247.8, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 9.8, Protein 1.1

Tips:

  • Choosing the right carrots: For the best flavor and texture, choose fresh, crisp carrots. Avoid carrots that are limp or have blemishes.
  • Shredding the carrots: You can use a food processor or a box grater to shred the carrots. If using a food processor, be careful not to over-process the carrots, as they can become too mushy.
  • Soaking the raisins: Soaking the raisins in hot water for 10 minutes will help to plump them up and make them more flavorful.
  • Using fresh pineapple: If you can, use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If you are using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well and rinse it off before using.
  • Making the dressing: The dressing for this salad is simple to make and can be tailored to your taste. You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar to suit your preferences.
  • Chilling the salad: After assembling the salad, chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Carrot raisin salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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