Artificial Flavors Free Carrot Raisin Slaw
Bright, sweet, and tangy all at once, this carrot raisin slaw is the kind of side dish that disappears fast at any table. The dressing comes together in minutes — apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, fresh ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon — and every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is, no mystery additives or synthetic flavor boosters hiding in the mix. That matters more than people realize with packaged dressings and bottled slaws, which often sneak in artificial flavor compounds to mimic the real thing. Here, the warmth comes from actual grated ginger, the sweetness from real honey, and the gentle spice from true Ceylon cinnamon. A short rest lets the carrots soften just enough and the raisins plump beautifully in the dressing, so the texture is as satisfying as the flavor. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and a clean, herby finish. It's simple, wholesome, and genuinely delicious — proof that you don't need anything artificial to make a slaw worth going back for seconds.
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4 servings
- 1 lb carrots (about 5 medium), peeled and coarsely grated
- ½ cup raisins
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the grated carrots and raisins in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, grated ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
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