Fancy Carrot Salad
- SERVES
- 6
Here it is, the perfect neighbor for your potato and macaroni salads! Carrot Salad is a colorful and fresh change of pace from the normal salad line-up. It has a touch of sweetness that makes it team well with anything from burgers to ribs.
What You'll Need
- 6 medium carrots (about 1 pound), shredded
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 romaine lettuce leaves
What to Do
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the lettuce; mix well.
- Place the lettuce on a platter and spoon the carrot mixture over the top. Serve immediately, or chill until ready to serve.
Note
For a contemporary twist, substitute sweetened dried cranberries for the raisins, and use baby spinach leaves instead of romaine lettuce.
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