Shredded Carrots With Dried Fruit Salad

Load up on vitamin A and fiber, plus omega-3s, in this healthy and simple side dish salad.

Prep Time: 15 Min
Ready In: 15 Min

Ingredients:
Salad:

• 1 pound carrots
• 4 tablespoons of a mixture of dried fruits and seeds, such as raisins, poppy seeds, sesame seeds or sunflower seeds
• Fresh herbs, such as chives or parsley

Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 orange
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
• 1 large pinch salt

Directions:

1. Cut the ends off the carrots and peel them. Wash the carrots with cold water and grate the carrots into a large bowl.
2. Add the dried fruit mix to the carrots.
3. For dressing, mix all ingredients together in a small bowl or jar, whisking or shaking to blend.
4. Add the dressing to the carrots and mix well.
5. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

This recipe is courtesy of Gourmandize.com.