Carrot Salad with Pineapple & Walnuts
A creamy, fruity, and crunchy salad that’s perfect as a refreshing dessert or a delicious side dish! The sweetness of pineapple pairs beautifully with fresh carrots and crunchy walnuts.
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 carrots, peeled and finely grated
- 300 g canned pineapple in syrup, drained and diced
- ½ cup pineapple syrup, reserved from the can
- 100 g walnuts, finely chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2–3 tablespoons powdered sugar, optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, diced pineapple, and chopped walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pineapple syrup, mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend and the salad to chill.
- Give it a gentle stir before serving. Garnish with a few chopped walnuts or small pieces of pineapple.
Tip: For the best texture, add the walnuts just before serving if you prefer them extra crunchy.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish, light dessert, or sweet addition to your next family meal!