Citrus Free Carrot Raisin Slaw
Bright, sweet, and just a little earthy, this crunchy slaw is the kind of side dish that disappears fast at any table. Grated carrots and plump raisins get tossed in a warmly spiced dressing built on apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, fresh ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon — no citrus juice or zest anywhere in sight. That can be a real challenge with slaws, since so many dressings lean on lemon or orange to add brightness, but the vinegar and ginger do that job beautifully here. A short rest lets the carrots soften just slightly and the raisins soak up all that sweet-tangy flavor, so the texture and taste keep getting better as it sits. Fresh parsley scattered on top adds a pop of color and a clean herbal finish if you want it. It comes together in one bowl with barely any prep, making it an easy win for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep.
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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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