{"id":79522,"date":"2024-04-05T20:05:40","date_gmt":"2024-04-05T20:05:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/05\/carrot-salad-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2024-04-05T20:05:40","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T20:05:40","slug":"carrot-salad-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/05\/carrot-salad-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Carrot Salad | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1767\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Carrot Salad\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg\"\/><noscript><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1767\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Carrot Salad\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>In this simple carrot salad, crisp matchstick carrots, walnuts and sweet craisins come together to make a fresh and vibrant salad with wonderful flavors and textures. Finish with a light lemon vinaigrette for an incredible side dish!<\/p>\n<p>From savory to sweet, carrots add such deliciousness to recipes. They provide flavor, texture and nutrition. Some of our favorite recipes with carrots are <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Carrot Soup<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-cake-roll\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Carrot Cake Roll<\/a>\u00a0and these wonderful classic <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/glazed-carrots\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Glazed Carrots<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1767\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251003\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1200x1767.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-340x500.jpg 340w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1043x1536.jpg 1043w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-400x589.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-150x221.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1200x1767.jpg\"\/><noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1767\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1200x1767.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251003\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1200x1767.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-340x500.jpg 340w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1043x1536.jpg 1043w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-400x589.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-150x221.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carrot-salad-recipe\">Carrot Salad Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>Looking for a light, bright dish that goes with everything? Give this carrot salad a try! It\u2019s made with simple, nourishing ingredients and it\u2019s fantastic for springtime, but it\u2019s actually great to enjoy all year round. It only takes 20 minutes to prepare, and it\u2019s also really tasty chilled, making it perfect to prep ahead of time! It\u2019s my go-to for bringing to any\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/delicious-recipes-for-a-summer-potluck\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">potluck<\/a>\u00a0or get-together!<\/p>\n<p>Trust me when I say that you\u2019ve got to make this recipe! It\u2019s a crowd-pleaser that will make everyone ask for a second helping. It\u2019s also versatile enough to pair with so many main dishes! Try it as a side dish paired with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/honey-glazed-ham\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">honey-glazed ham<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/air-fryer-chicken-legs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">air fried chicken<\/a>\u00a0or even\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/garlic-brown-sugar-glazed-salmon\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">salmon<\/a>. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-in-a-carrot-salad\">What\u2019s in a Carrot Salad?<\/h2>\n<p>This carrot salad recipe comes together with wholesome, fresh ingredients that taste great! The dressing is the perfect finishing touch to really make this dish shine! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carrots:<\/strong> Look for\u00a0carrots\u00a0that are firm and free of cracks or splits.\u00a0Use multicolored or tricolored for a gorgeous presentation!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Walnuts:<\/strong> Adds a nutty crunch!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Craisins:<\/strong> The sweet, chewy dried fruit is a great complement to the earthy, crisp carrots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dressing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lemon Juice:<\/strong> Zesty and fresh, lemon juice adds the right amount of citrus to this salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apple Cider Vinegar:<\/strong> Helps to brighten the salad and give it a nice little tang.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olive Oil:<\/strong> Gives the dressing the perfect consistency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Honey:<\/strong> 1\u00a0tbsp\u00a0for just a hint of sweetness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dijon Mustard:<\/strong> For some zippy flavor! It also binds to the oil and vinegar\u00a0to keep the vinaigrette emulsified (mixed), so the oil and vinegar don\u2019t separate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thyme:<\/strong> Adds a nice herby flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt &amp; Pepper:<\/strong> 1 tsp of each to enhance the flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-carrot-salad\">How to Make Carrot Salad<\/h2>\n<p>Julienning the carrots is the most time-consuming part of throwing this together. It\u2019s really quite simple, though, and so worth it. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Prep:<\/strong> Prepare the carrots by washing and julienning them (thin matchstick cut). Toss the carrots into a bowl with the walnuts and craisins.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Dressing:<\/strong> In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, mustard, thyme, salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toss and Serve:<\/strong> Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and place in the fridge for a few hours to allow the flavors to develop and soak into the carrots.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254380\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-1200x800.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-1200x800.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254380\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-1-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254381\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-1200x800.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-1200x800.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254381\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ingredients-with-Labels-for-Carrot-Salad-Dressing-1-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-and-variations\">Tips and Variations<\/h3>\n<p>This carrot salad is amazing as-is, but it\u2019s super versatile, so you can easily change it up. Here are some tips and ideas on how you can make it your own!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Change Up the Ingredients:<\/strong> You can substitute the craisins for raisins or dried cranberries or leave them out altogether. Similarly with the walnuts, you can substitute them for pecans, pistachios, or sunflower seeds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Herbs:<\/strong> You can use fresh or dried thyme in this recipe. If using dried thyme, you\u2019ll need about 1\/4 tsp. Also, feel free to use another favorite herb like oregano.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type of Carrots:<\/strong> Plain orange carrots work perfectly fine for this recipe, I like the tricolor option purely for presentation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toast the nuts:<\/strong> We love toasting the walnuts to really bring out the nutty flavor. Add them to a small dry skillet over low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until they\u2019re fragrant, about 1 minute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Recipe Tip<\/h2>\n<p>We highly recommend julienning your own carrots. Do not use a bag of pre-cut carrots from the store. You want this salad filled with sweet, crunchy carrots, and bagged ones are often dry and flavorless. <\/p>\n<p>You can julienne the carrots with a julienne peeler or a knife. Julienne peelers are cheap and efficient, you can prep a whole bunch of carrots in just minutes! If using a knife, cut peeled carrots into chunks and cut lengthwise into thin matchsticks.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251004\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251004\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-ahead-amp-storing-leftovers\">Make Ahead &amp; Storing Leftovers <\/h3>\n<p>One of the best things about this salad is how easy it is to make ahead and it keeps for so long in the refrigerator. This makes for a great meal prep option!\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong> Carrot salad is great to make the night before you plan to serve it. All of the flavors intensify and become even more delicious! <\/li>\n<li><strong>Storing Leftovers:<\/strong> Place any leftover salad in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251005\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251005\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Carrot Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-salad-recipes\">More Salad Recipes<\/h2>\n<p>If you love the fresh taste of fruit and vegetable <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/salad-recipes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">salads<\/a> like me, you\u2019re sure to enjoy these tried and true favorites. I have everything from savory pasta salads to creamy, sweet salads. The hardest part is picking which one to try first!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/carrot-salad.jpg&amp;description=Carrot Salad\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"250947\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-250955\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"250955\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-250955-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"250955\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250955-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Prepare the carrots by washing and julienning them (thin matchstick cut). Toss the carrots into a bowl with the walnuts and craisins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250955-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, mustard, thyme, salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250955-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and place in the fridge for a few hours to allow the flavors to develop and soak into the carrots.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">You can substitute the craisins for raisins or leave them out altogether. Similarly with the walnuts, you can substitute them for pecans, pistachios, or sunflower seeds. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">This recipe does great being prepared the night before and served the next day!<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">You can use fresh or dried thyme in this recipe<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Plain orange carrots work perfectly fine for this recipe, I like the tri color option purely for presentation. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">183<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">21<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">468<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">325<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12668<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">45<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span 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