Apple, Cranberry and Carrot Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Matchstick apples and carrots are dressed with yogurt and mayonnaise, then folded with mandarin segments. Drain the fruit to keep the dressing from thinning.
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House placeholder — AdSense units launch here# Ingredients You’ll Need:
01 - 1 red apple, cut into matchstick pieces
02 - 1 green apple, cut into matchstick pieces
03 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
04 - 1 cup canned mandarin segments, drained
05 - ⅓ cup sweetened dried cranberries
06 - 2 cups matchstick carrots
07 - ¼ cup yellow onion, finely diced
08 - ½ cup vanilla yogurt
09 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
10 - 1 tablespoon sugar
11 - ¼ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Cut apples into matchsticks and toss with lemon juice. Combine carrots, onion and cranberries in a large bowl.
02 - Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper. Add apples and coat the mixture with dressing.
03 - Fold in drained mandarins gently. Cover and refrigerate for about three hours, then toss lightly before serving.
04 - Keep chilled and use a clean serving spoon so the remaining salad stays suitable for storage.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 - Their delicate segments break with repeated stirring and release extra juice.
02 - Keep cut vegetables and dressing chilled separately if you want a firmer texture at serving.