Carrot salad with raisins and orange flavor

4 servings

20 minutes

This carrot salad with raisins and orange aroma is a true symphony of flavors, combining the freshness of vegetables, the sweetness of honey, and fruity citrus notes. Inspired by European culinary traditions, it offers a sense of lightness and freshness, perfectly complementing main dishes or serving as a standalone treat. Grated carrots harmoniously blend with soft raisins, while fragrant olive oil and honey add refined sweetness. Lemon juice and orange water give the salad a gentle tanginess, while cinnamon and ginger provide warm, spicy undertones. After chilling in the refrigerator, it acquires a rich flavor, and fresh mint makes it even more refreshing. This salad is an ideal choice for a light and healthy snack that energizes and brings joy.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 243.9
• Proteins: 2.7g
• Fats: 12.9g
• Carbohydrates: 33g

Ingredients

• Carrot: 500 g
• Olive oil: 0.3 glass
• Honey: 2 tbsp
• Light raisins: 95 g
• Lemon juice: 2.5 tbsp
• Orange water: 2.5 tbsp
• Ground cinnamon: 0.5 tsp
• Ground ginger: 0.8 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Crushed mint leaves: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Peel the carrot and grate it on a coarse grater. Transfer to a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 500 g

2. Add raisins, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, orange water, ginger, and cinnamon to the carrots. Season with a little salt and pepper. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Light raisins: 95 g
   • Olive oil: 0.3 glass
   • Honey: 2 tablespoons
   • Lemon juice: 2.5 tablespoons
   • Orange water: 2.5 tablespoons
   • Ground cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground ginger: 0.8 teaspoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Refrigerate for a few hours or overnight. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped mint.

   Required ingredients:

   • Crushed mint leaves:  to taste