Best Holiday Carrot Salad Recipes

LIMONCELLO CARROT SALAD

Limoncello Carrot Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/3 cup limoncello
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 1/2 pounds large carrots (about 5), peeled
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 ounces goat cheese

Steps:

Gently warm the limoncello in a small saucepan over medium heat until steam begins to come off the top and it is hot to the touch but not simmering. Remove from the heat, then add the dried cranberries and cover with plastic wrap. Allow the cranberries to soak for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour. Drain and set aside.
Grate the carrots into a medium bowl using the large holes on a box grater. Sprinkle the carrots with the salt and toss well. Add the soaked cranberries, parsley leaves, lemon juice and olive oil and toss again to combine. Crumble the goat cheese over the top and serve.

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

Ingredients

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.

RADICCHIO SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED CARROTS AND ONIONS

Radicchio Salad with Caramelized Carrots and Onions image

It's all about the contrast in flavors, textures, and colors in this hearty winter side featuring naturally sweet pan-roasted carrots, refreshing oranges, and pleasantly bitter radicchio.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories Christmas Christmas Eve Hanukkah Winter Radicchio Salad Almond Carrot Orange Juice Parsley Wheat/Gluten-Free Vegetarian Side Dinner

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 pounds carrots, cut into 4x1/2" sticks
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons thyme leaves, divided
2 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, divided
2 medium red onions, cut into 1/2" wedges
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 large or 2 small heads radicchio (about 11 ounces), leaves separated and cut into medium pieces
4 oranges, peeled, sliced into 1/2" half moons
2 cups parsley leaves

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast almonds on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes; set aside.
Cook carrots, 2 Tbsp. oil, 1 Tbsp. thyme, 1 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. red pepper, and 1 cup water in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until water is evaporated, about 15 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are lightly browned and tender, about 5 minutes more.
Meanwhile, heat 2 Tbsp. oil in another large skillet over medium-high. Add onions, 1 tsp. salt, and remaining 1 Tbsp. thyme and 1/4 tsp. red pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are lightly browned and tender, 10-12 minutes.
Whisk garlic, vinegar, orange juice, honey, and remaining 1/4 cup oil and 3/4 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Add carrot mixture, onion mixture, radicchio, orange slices, and parsley and toss to coat. Top with reserved almonds.

HOLIDAY CARROT SALAD

Holiday Carrot Salad image

Make and share this Holiday Carrot Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories Pineapple

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 large carrots, grated
1/3 cup raisins
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup pineapple juice
3 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

Mix all ingredients together and chill for a few hours.
T his is really good so different to the usual carrot salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.2, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 1.9, Sodium 86.6, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 8.6, Protein 0.9

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