Best 15 Quick N Easy Carrot Slaw Recipes

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Welcome to the world of mouthwatering flavors and culinary delights, where simplicity meets taste in the form of "Quick n Easy Carrot Slaw." This refreshing and vibrant salad is the perfect addition to any meal, whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying a weeknight dinner, or packing a healthy lunch for work or school. With its vibrant colors, crisp texture, and tangy dressing, this slaw is sure to become a family favorite that you'll reach for time and time again. So, grab your favorite bowl, gather a few simple ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate "Quick n Easy Carrot Slaw."

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK 'N' EASY CARROT SLAW



Quick 'n' Easy Carrot Slaw image

I've changed my Nana's original Southern carrot slaw recipe to be a little healthier, but it's still quick, easy, and delicious! Sometimes, instead of grating my carrots, after I peel them, I continue to use the peeler to make long strands.

Provided by Aimee

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 large carrots, peeled and grated
½ cup raisins
¼ cup sweetened flake coconut
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
½ cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup fat-free plain yogurt
ground cinnamon to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the carrots, raisins, coconut, pineapple tidbits, mini marshmallows, yogurt, and cinnamon in a salad bowl, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 55.1 mg, Sugar 21.6 g

NEELYS' CARROT SLAW



Neelys' Carrot Slaw image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups shredded carrots
1 tablespoon celery seeds
1/4 cup chopped fennel fronds
1/4 cup currants
1/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a small bowl and combine well.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together all the slaw ingredients. Add the vinaigrette and toss until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Add all ingredients to a small bowl and combine well.

CARROT QUIK SLAW



Carrot Quik Slaw image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1(10-ounce) bag of pre-grated carrots
1/2 cup loosely packed, chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup plumped raisins or currants

Steps:

  • In a large non-reactive bowl, whisk together salt, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, cayenne, and olive oil. Add carrots and stir until completely coated. Add raisins and cilantro, and stir once more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calorie, Fat 7.2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 19.5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1.4 grams

CARROT SLAW



Carrot Slaw image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large carrots, peeled and shredded
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, red pepper flakes and some salt and pepper until smooth. Whisk in the olive oil until completely blended. Toss the shredded carrots with the dressing in a large bowl. Taste and season with more salt or pepper as needed. Add the parsley and toss. Chill 30 minutes before serving.

CARROT SLAW



Carrot Slaw image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds carrots, approximately 12 to 15 medium
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Pinch kosher salt
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup canned, crushed pineapple, drained thoroughly of all liquid
1/2 cup raisins
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Pinch celery seed and/or caraway seed, optional

Steps:

  • Wash the carrots and peel, if necessary. Using a vegetable peeler, cut the carrots into wide noodle-shaped strips.
  • In a large mixing bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, salt, sugar, pineapple, raisins, curry powder, garlic, and celery seed and/or caraway seed, if using. Add the carrots and toss to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1 hour to serve cold.

CARROT SLAW



Carrot Slaw image

Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 pounds carrots, shredded
1 cup raisins
1/4 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, pepper, salt and sugar. Stir in the carrots, raisins and pineapple chunks. Add the crushed red pepper, if desired. Top with the chives.
  • Cover the slaw with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to meld.

EASY CARROT SLAW



Easy Carrot Slaw image

Make and share this Easy Carrot Slaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tunamanphd

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
8 cups carrots, julienned cut
3/4 cup golden raisin
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped (flat leaf)

Steps:

  • Whisk together orange juice,vinegar,oil,salt,cumin,and pepper in a small bowl to make dressing.
  • In a large bowl combine carrots,raisens,scallions,and parsley.Add dressing, toss well. let sit at room temperature tossing occasionally for at least 30 minutes befor serving.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 243.3, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 14, Protein 1.7

QUICK 'N' EASY CARROT SLAW



Quick 'n' Easy Carrot Slaw image

I've changed my Nana's original Southern carrot slaw recipe to be a little healthier, but it's still quick, easy, and delicious! Sometimes, instead of grating my carrots, after I peel them, I continue to use the peeler to make long strands.

Provided by Aimee

Categories     No Mayo Coleslaw

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 large carrots, peeled and grated
½ cup raisins
¼ cup sweetened flake coconut
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
½ cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup fat-free plain yogurt
ground cinnamon to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the carrots, raisins, coconut, pineapple tidbits, mini marshmallows, yogurt, and cinnamon in a salad bowl, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 55.1 mg, Sugar 21.6 g

CARROT SLAW



Carrot Slaw image

Make and share this Carrot Slaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by andypandy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 3 1/2 cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon white vinegar or 1/2 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
1/2 tablespoon liquid honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups shredded carrots

Steps:

  • Combine all the dressing ingredients, and toss over 2 cups peeled shredded carrots, just before serving.
  • Note-- sometimes I make my carrots in long strips with a potato peeler, (looks like linguini) and also add equal amount of a zucchini cut the same way-- for a two veggie slaw.

CARROT-CUMIN SLAW



Carrot-Cumin Slaw image

A perfect complement to a main course.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 to 1/2 green cabbage, cored and shredded (3 cups)
3 carrots, coarsely grated (1 3/4 cups)
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, and jalapeno. Drizzle with oil and lime juice. Add cilantro and cumin. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Serve immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 hours to allow flavors to develop.

EASY APPLE-CARROT COLESLAW



Easy Apple-Carrot Coleslaw image

This delicious, creamy coleslaw is kind to your waistline because the dressing has been lightened a bit. The addition of apples (Granny Smiths and Macintoshes are great!) and carrots sweetens the salad nicely.

Provided by Carolyn Bunkley

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
4 ½ cups shredded red cabbage
3 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 large apples, cored
2 large carrots, grated
½ cup fat-free mayonnaise
½ cup fat free sour cream
1 teaspoon celery seed
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a large colander into the sink. Place the coleslaw mix and red cabbage into the colander. Sprinkle lightly with salt, toss, and allow to stand 15 minutes.
  • Pour the vinegar into a large bowl. Grate apples into the bowl and toss with vinegar to keep from turning brown. Stir in the grated carrots, mayonnaise, sour cream, and celery seed until evenly coated. Season with black pepper to taste.
  • Rinse the coleslaw mix and cabbage with very cold water; drain, pressing out as much water as possible. Taste, and if still too salty, repeat the process. Pat dry with paper towels. Stir coleslaw and cabbage into apple mixture, and toss to coat evenly with dressing. Chill until ready to serve; stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 3098.3 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

CARROT, CILANTRO, AND CHILE SLAW



Carrot, Cilantro, and Chile Slaw image

Using a combination of red, white, and yellow carrots will make this slaw even more striking.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Graduation     Carrot     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Raw     Jalapeño     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces carrots (preferably assorted colors), peeled, julienned (about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or grapeseed oil
1 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more for seasoning
2 jalapeños, stemmed, seeded, minced
1/2 cup (loosely packed) fresh cilantro leaves
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss carrots, oil, lime juice, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and jalapeños in a large bowl. Let marinate for 15 minutes, tossing occasionally. Add cilantro and coriander; toss to evenly incorporate. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

CARROT SLAW



Carrot Slaw image

My carrot slaw is very different from any other summer slaw and is so pretty too! Very simple to make and this is sure to be a hit at picnics as well as a side for steak! It is fine to make this a day ahead to give all the flavors time to blend well.

Provided by Dottie

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups thinly shredded purple cabbage
1 (10 ounce) bag shredded carrots
¾ cup dried cranberries
½ medium onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
½ (8 ounce) bottle balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
1 teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste
¼ cup salted sunflower seeds
½ cup crumbled blue cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix cabbage, carrots, cranberries, onion, and parsley in a medium bowl. Toss lightly. Add dressing and lemon juice. Toss, coating well. Cover and refrigerate until flavors blend, 3 hours to overnight. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and blue cheese right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 645.4 mg, Sugar 21 g

CARROT AND BELL PEPPER SLAW



Carrot and Bell Pepper Slaw image

Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Bell Pepper     Carrot     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup coarsely grated carrot
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch julienne strips
1 scallion, chopped fine

Steps:

  • In a bowl whisk together the yogurt, the mayonnaise, the mustard, and the lemon juice, add the carrot, the bell pepper, and the scallion, and toss the slaw until it is combined well. Season with slaw with salt and pepper.

CARROT RAISIN SALAD



Carrot Raisin Salad image

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

Tips:

  • For a sweeter slaw, use a sweeter variety of carrot, such as a Nantes or Danvers carrot.
  • To make the slaw ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, bring it to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
  • For a healthier slaw, use low-fat or non-fat mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. You can also add shredded vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini, to the slaw.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a food processor or a grater to shred the carrots.
  • Be sure to taste the slaw before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Carrot slaw is an easy and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this carrot slaw a try. You won't be disappointed!

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