Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes Recipe

This vibrant carrot salad is the perfect potluck or party dish! Sweet, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, it's incredibly easy to make and even better the next day. Made with creamy kefir (strained for extra thickness), crunchy marcona almonds, and sweet dried mangoes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. We've even added a summery twist with optional pineapple! Prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavor combination.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 71 kcal

Protein 2g

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Ingredients for Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes

Lemon
1/4 cup kefir (strained for thickness)
Lemon Verbena Leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper
1 teaspoon honey
Mayonnaise
1 pound grated carrots
Almonds
Crystallized Ginger
Dried Mango
Fresh Pineapple

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How to Make Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes

Whisk together 1/4 cup kefir, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl.
In a large bowl, combine 1 pound grated carrots, 1/2 cup chopped dried mangoes, 1/4 cup marcona almonds (roughly chopped), and 1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple (optional).
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss gently to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it chills, the better it tastes!
Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro or mint (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes?

Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes?

Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes has approximately 71 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes?

The key ingredients for Carrot Salad With Marcona Almonds And Dried Mangoes are Lemon, Kefir, Lemon Verbena Leaves, Salt, Pepper, Honey. See the full list with measurements above.