Red Meat Allergy Friendly Carrot Raisin Slaw
Bright, tangy, and just a little sweet, this carrot raisin slaw is the kind of side dish that disappears fast at any table. Coarsely grated carrots give it great texture, while plump raisins add little bursts of natural sweetness in every bite. The dressing is where the magic happens — apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon come together into something that feels both vibrant and warmly spiced. A short rest lets the carrots soften just enough and the raisins soak up all that flavor, so the finished slaw tastes like it took far more effort than it did. Since every ingredient here is entirely plant-based and free from any meat, it's a completely worry-free choice for anyone managing a red meat sensitivity — no label-reading required. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley for a pop of color, or skip it and keep things simple. Either way, this is the kind of easy, crowd-pleasing recipe you'll find yourself coming back to again and again.
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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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