Ooo, that’s a classic—sweet, crunchy, and super refreshing 😍
Here’s a simple, no-fail Carrot Salad with Pineapple & Raisins that hits that nostalgic-but-still-good spot.
🥕 Ingredients
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (well drained!)
- ¼ cup raisins
- 2–3 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (lighter option)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp honey or sugar (to taste)
- Pinch of salt
🥄 How to make it
- In a bowl, mix carrots, pineapple, and raisins
- In a small bowl, whisk mayo (or yogurt), lemon juice, honey, and salt
- Toss dressing with the salad until evenly coated
- Chill 20–30 minutes before serving
✨ Optional upgrades
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Shredded coconut
- Orange zest instead of lemon
- Splash of pineapple juice for extra sweetness
🌞 Why people love it
- No cooking
- Kid-friendly
- Perfect for potlucks & summer meals
- Sweet enough for dessert, but still a “salad”
Want a dairy-free, vegan, or no-sugar-added version? Or a Southern-style vs. modern twist?
