MSG Free Carrot Raisin Slaw
This bright, crunchy slaw hits that perfect sweet-tangy balance that makes you want to go back for another forkful. Freshly grated carrots and plump raisins are tossed in a homemade dressing built from apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, warm Ceylon cinnamon, and a little fresh ginger — every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, with zero hidden additives to worry about. That matters more than it might seem, because packaged dressings and pre-made slaws are notorious for sneaking in flavor enhancers that have no business being in a simple vegetable dish. Here, you control everything from the first grate to the final drizzle. A short rest at room temperature lets the carrots soften just enough and the raisins soak up the dressing, so the flavors meld beautifully without any extra work on your part. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a side dish that looks as good as it tastes — clean, vibrant, and genuinely satisfying.
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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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