Carrot and Apple Salad
4 servings
60 minutes
Carrot and apple salad is a light and refreshing dish known in European cuisine for its simplicity and health benefits. This recipe traces back to folk traditions where carrots and apples were often combined due to their natural sweetness. Crunchy carrots, juicy apples, and tender raisins create a harmony of flavors complemented by the creaminess of sour cream and the light sweetness of sugar. The salad not only pleasantly surprises with its balance of sweet and fresh but also serves as an excellent choice for healthy eating. It can be served as a standalone dish or as a side to main courses, adding lightness and a fruity-vegetable touch. It can be presented on everyday tables or as a quick refreshing treat. The simplicity of preparation and the availability of ingredients make this salad indispensable in culinary solutions.
1
Peel the carrot and grate it on a coarse grater. Rinse the raisins, pour boiling water over them, and let sit for 10 minutes. Then drain the water and dry the raisins.
- Carrot: 3 pieces
- Raisins: 95 g
2
Grate a large apple on a coarse grater. Combine carrot, apple, and raisins in a bowl.
- Apple: 1 piece
- Carrot: 3 pieces
- Raisins: 95 g
3
Pour sour cream over the salad, sprinkle with sugar and mix. Transfer to a plate and serve.
- Sour cream 10%: 4 tablespoons
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
