Apple Carrot Vibrant Salad (Printer-Friendly)

Crisp apples and carrots with a zesty lemon-maple dressing create a vibrant, refreshing salad experience.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 medium Honeycrisp apple, julienned
02 - 1 medium Granny Smith apple, julienned

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 medium carrots, julienned

→ Herbs

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
09 - ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Pinch of sea salt
11 - Pinch of freshly ground black pepper

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Julienne both Honeycrisp and Granny Smith apples with skin on, then immediately toss in lemon juice to prevent browning.
02 - Cut carrots into julienne strips matching the apples in size for even texture and presentation.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
04 - Gently mix julienned apples, carrots, and chopped parsley in a large bowl.
05 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently, coating without bruising the apples.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra parsley or thin apple slices as desired.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - Prepare the julienne cuts with a mandoline for uniformity or use careful knife skills to enhance presentation.
02 - Add dressing immediately before serving to maintain crispness and prevent sogginess.
03 - Adjust sweetness or acidity by tasting after combining dressing and produce.
04 - Chill apples and carrots before preparation to maximize crisp texture.

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