Rice Free 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. Freshly grated carrots get tossed with plump raisins and a zippy dressing built from apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, fresh ginger, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon — it's simple but genuinely layered in flavor. A short rest lets the carrots soften just enough and the raisins soak up all that dressing, so every bite is juicy and well-balanced. Grain-free eating can sometimes feel like you're giving up the crowd-pleasing sides, but this slaw proves otherwise — no fillers, no starchy binders, just whole ingredients doing all the work. The optional parsley finish adds a pop of color and a fresh herbal note that makes it feel a little more dressed up. It works beautifully alongside grilled proteins, tucked into lettuce wraps, or served straight from the bowl as a light lunch on its own.
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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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