Walnut Free Carrot Raisin Slaw
This bright, crunchy slaw is the kind of side dish that earns recipe requests at every potluck. Freshly grated carrots and plump raisins get tossed in a zippy apple cider vinegar dressing that's rounded out with honey, olive oil, fresh ginger, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon — it's sweet, tangy, and just a little warm-spiced in the best way. A short rest lets the carrots soften slightly and the raisins soak up all that dressing, so the flavors really come together before it even hits the table. Many classic slaws sneak in nuts for texture, but this one proves you don't need them — the natural sweetness of the carrots and raisins does all the heavy lifting. It comes together in one large bowl with a quick whisk and a toss, making it as low-effort as it is impressive. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley for a pop of color, or skip it and keep things simple — either way, this slaw is a total crowd-pleaser.
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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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