Ingredients
1 red apple, cut into matchstick pieces
1 green apple, cut into matchstick pieces
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups matchstick carrots
½ cup yellow onion, finely diced
½ cup dried cranberries, sweetened
½ cup vanilla yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup canned mandarin segments, drained
Instructions
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Prepare the Apples: Slice the red and green apples into matchstick pieces. Place them in a bowl and pour the lemon juice over the apples. Toss to coat and let sit for 5 minutes to prevent browning.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the matchstick carrots, diced onion, and dried cranberries.
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Add the Apples: After the apples have soaked in the lemon juice, add them to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
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Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix together the vanilla yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
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Finish with Mandarins: Gently fold in the drained mandarin segments.
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Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
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Notes
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Nuts: Add chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds for extra crunch.
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Swap the Dressing: Use Greek yogurt instead of vanilla yogurt for a tangier, protein-packed version.
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Add Cheese: Crumbled feta or goat cheese can add a savory element to balance the sweetness.
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Make it Vegan: Use plant-based mayo and dairy-free yogurt for a vegan-friendly salad.
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- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Healthy Meals
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
