Legume Free Carrot Raisin Slaw
Bright, sweet, and tangy all at once, this carrot and raisin slaw is the kind of side dish that disappears fast at any table. The dressing is where the magic happens — apple cider vinegar and honey create a perfectly balanced sweet-sour base, while fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon add a warm, aromatic depth that feels anything but ordinary. A short rest lets the raisins plump up and the carrots soften just enough to soak in every bit of that glossy dressing. For anyone navigating legume-free eating, this one is genuinely stress-free — every ingredient is clean and straightforward, with no hidden bean-based oils or sneaky additives to worry about. It comes together with minimal effort and zero cooking, making it an ideal weeknight side or a crowd-pleasing addition to a potluck spread. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and a herby lift that rounds the whole thing out beautifully.
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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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