Easy Carrot Apple Slaw Recipe | Simple Nourished Living (2024)

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I love the tasty simplicity of this easy carrot apple slaw. And that it's made with two ingredients I always have in the refrigerator: carrots and apples.

Shredded carrots and diced apple are tossed with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt and freshly ground black pepper. It's a lot like the French Shredded Carrot Salad, I love so much, except that this has apples and uses honey instead of sugar to add sweetness.

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Carrot Apple Slaw

The recipe jumped out at me as I was reading through, "Weight Watchers Five Ingredient 15 Minute Recipes," a magazine that I picked up during a visit to Costco back in February or March that got lost among my stacks, and stacks, of cookbooks and cooking magazines.

Does that ever happen to you? Do you lose and/or ignore things you "just had to have" in the moment—for weeks, months and sometimes years?

I know it's a sign that I may have too many cookbooks and cooking magazines, but I'm not willing to remedy the situation, not yet anyway!

I made the recipe as it was written, except for the addition of a handful of dried cranberries that I chopped up and tossed in.

I'll just add them as an optional addition in the ingredients list and let you decide whether they are worth the extra Points. Enjoy!

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Weight Watchers 5 Ingredient 15 Minute Carrot Slaw

How Many Calories and WW Points in this Slaw?

According to my calculations, each generous 1-cup serving has about 115 calories and:

2 *SmartPoints (Green plan)
2 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)
2 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)
3 *PointsPlus (Old plan)

To see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site, Click here!

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Easy Carrot Apple Slaw Recipe

A simple, satisfying salad of grated carrots and diced apple tossed with fresh lemon juice, olive oil and honey.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time0 minutes mins

Total Time15 minutes mins

Servings (adjustable): 4

Calories: 115

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Ingredients

  • 2-½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3-½ cups (about 1 pound) grated carrots
  • 1-½ cups (1 medium) diced Granny Smith apple
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and honey until well blended.

  • Add the carrots, apple and cranberries (if using) and toss well.

  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and toss again.

Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 cup

Click here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.

2 *SmartPoints (Green plan)

2 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)

2 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)

3 *PointsPlus (Old plan)

Nutrition Facts

Easy Carrot Apple Slaw Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 cup)

Calories 115Calories from Fat 32

% Daily Value*

Fat 3.6g6%

Carbohydrates 22g7%

Fiber 3.9g16%

Protein 1.1g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: apple carrot salad, carrot salad, shredded carrot salad

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*Points® calculated by WW. *PointsPlus® and SmartPoints® calculated by Simple Nourished Living; Not endorsed by Weight Watchers International, Inc. All recipe ingredients except optional items included in determining nutritional estimates. SmartPoints® values calculated WITHOUT each plan's ZeroPoint Foods (Green plan, Blue plan, Purple plan) using the WW Recipe Builder.

More Weight Watchers Friendly Salads:

  • Italian Arugula Salad
  • Skinny Chopped Greek Salad
  • Brussels Sprouts Salad
  • Orange Spinach Salad

Easy Carrot Apple Slaw Recipe | Simple Nourished Living (7)Martha is the founder and main content writer for Simple-Nourished-Living.

A longtime lifetime WW at goal, she is committed to balancing her love of food and desire to stay slim while savoring life and helping others do the same.

She is the author of the Smart Start 28-Day Weight Loss Challenge.

A huge fan of the slow cooker and confessed cookbook addict, when she's not experimenting in the kitchen, you're likely to find Martha on her yoga mat.

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FAQs

Is juicing carrots and apples good for you? ›

Carrot-apple juice is rich in antioxidants such as beta-carotene and quercetin, respectively. Antioxidants help protect your cells from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals, which can contribute to chronic diseases and ageing.

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Carrots are a good source of vitamin A, which helps to improve eyesight and boost immunity. Apples provide antioxidants that help reduce inflammation, while celery has anti-inflammatory properties and helps lower blood pressure. Ginger adds a delicious flavor and helps to settle an upset stomach.

How do you keep apples from turning brown in coleslaw? ›

To keep the apples from browning, place them in a bowl of water with a squeeze of lemon juice.

What happens to your body when you drink carrot juice daily? ›

Carrot juice has numerous benefits due to its rich nutritional content and antioxidants. It may have potential benefits on immunity and overcoming vitamin A deficiency in our bodies. It may also have beneficial effects in conditions like diabetes, cancer, liver and heart diseases and cognitive dysfunction.

Does carrot juice cleanse the colon? ›

Did you know carrots help eliminate the bad bacteria? Combining these two powerhouse ingredients along with the colon cleanse supplement, you can press the RESET button on your bowels by following this simple recipe.

What do apple and carrot do to the body? ›

Carrots are rich in cancer-fighting beta-carotene, while apples, which are packed with vitamin C and fiber, can help reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Nutrient information varies with quantity eaten. Enjoy as much as you'd like until you're satisfied!

What does cucumber and celery juice do to your body? ›

The high water content in both cucumber and celery can help to keep you hydrated, which is key during those scorching summer months. Not only does it taste great, but it also helps to detoxify the body, promote healthy digestion, and keep you hydrated.

What does celery and lemon juice do to the body? ›

Research shows that they both reduce inflammation and may help treat a range of inflammatory diseases. By restoring hydrochloric acid, it helps us digest things faster and more efficiently. Celery juice helps raise stomach acid, which is necessary to break down food… especially protein.

What happens if we drink apple carrot and beetroot juice daily? ›

Health benefits of apple, carrot, beetroot juice: The combination of vitamins and antioxidants from apples, beetroots, and carrots fortifies the immune system, helping the body fend off infections and illnesses (Image: Canva)

What is the best way to shred an apple? ›

When grating, we found it easiest (and least wasteful) to leave the core intact and use it as a handle. Grip the apple by the top and the bottom of the core and grate it on the large holes of a paddle or box grater. When you reach the core, turn the apple 90 degrees. Repeat until only the core remains.

How to thinly slice apples for salad? ›

To thinly slice an apple, remove the stem and cut in half from stem top to bottom. Then, take one half and cut slices as thinly as you can. A sharp knife is helpful for this job, and you can also cut the apple half in half again to have less fruit to work with.

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