Carrot ribbons update the classic carrot raisin salad for a more modern take.

Once you taste this carrot raisin salad, it all seems to make sense.

Creamy, mellow mayonnaise brings it all together with a balance of flavor and texture.

Carrot Raisin Salad

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Learn how to make carrot raisin salad.

The carrots are peeled into wide-cut ribbons for a gorgeous presentation.

To make carrot raisin salad, you’ll need:

What are black raisins?

ingredients for Carrot Raisin Salad

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Black raisins are made from dried black grapes.

If you could’t find them at your grocery store, feel free to substitute another kind of raisin.

If making ahead, store the dressing separately to preserve the crunchiness of the carrots.

ingredients for Carrot Raisin Salad

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can)crushed pineapple, drained, reserving 1 Tbsp.

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Let sit 10 minutes.

Use tongs to transfer salad to a serving bowl, leaving some of the juices behind to avoid sogginess.

tossing Carrot Raisin Salad

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Garnish:

Sprinkle with toasted walnuts.

Chill salad until cool, about 1 hour.

Carrot Raisin Salad

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