Description
Grandma’s Carrot Raisin Salad is a classic, creamy side dish featuring shredded carrots, sweet raisins, tangy pineapple, and a luscious blend of mayonnaise and sour cream. This refreshing and nostalgic salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and family gatherings, offering a delicious balance of sweetness and tang with every bite.
Ingredients
Units
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Produce
- 4 cups shredded carrots (from about 6 large carrots)
- 8 ounces pineapple, drained and cut into small wedges
Dairy
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup full-fat sour cream
Pantry
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup raisins
Seasonings
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine the shredded carrots, mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, raisins, pineapple, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill Salad – Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour. This resting period helps the flavors meld and the salad to chill nicely, enhancing its taste and texture.
- Serve – After chilling, give the salad a final stir and serve cold as a refreshing side dish.
Notes
- This salad can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a lighter version, you can use low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
- If you prefer a more tart flavor, adjust the amount of vinegar to taste.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
