This Golden Corral Carrot Raisin Salad Copycat Recipe is sweet, creamy, and cool enough for any summer dish. It’s easy to assemble, kid-friendly, and great for holidays or weeknight dinners — it’s a recipe you’ll turn to again and again. Just let it cool down and you’re ready to have your favorite in the comfort of your home!
Enjoy the sweet, creamy taste of Golden Corral’s Carrot and Raisin Salad? Well, now you can make it at home!
This simple recipe for a copycat carrot salad effortlessly combines soft shredded carrots and plump raisins with a light, creamy dressing.
A classic side dish that is refreshing, sweet and absolutely perfect for holiday dinners, potlucks, or any family gathering.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Sweet, creamy, and perfectly balanced.
- Quick and simple with pantry staples.
- Cool side-dish at holidays and weeknight dinners.
- May be made the day before for convenience.
- Kid-friendly and adults-approved!
Golden Corral Carrot and Raisin Salad Ingredients
- Grated carrots – Fresh, tasty carrots help make this salad soft and juicy.
- Raisins – Moist and juicy for sweetness and chewiness.
- Mayo – Creamy glue that keeps the salad together.
- Sugar– For a hint of sweetness and to enhance the flavors.
- Pineapple (optional) – I love the juicy sweetness this adds to the mixture.
- Lemon juice – Adds a tinge of color to the salad and keeps it from turning brown.
- Salt – Brings out all flavors for some balance.
How To Make Golden Corral Carrot and Raisin Salad
Step One: Grate the carrots and then measure ingredients raisins, sugar, and mayonnaise. If you use pineapple, drain extra fluid and chop in small pieces.
Step Two: In large mixing bowl, add the shredded carrots, raisins and pineapple.
Step Three: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Step Four: Drizzle the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to marry; cover and chill.
Golden Corral Carrot and Raisin Salad Recipe Tips
- Fresh carrots – Grated fresh carrots are so crunchy and colorful in this salad.
- Drain pineapple – Be sure that if you are using canned pineapple that it is thoroughly drained.
- Chill, then serve – This salad should sit in the refrigerator for at at least 1 hour for all the flavors to blend.
- Check sweetness – Try the dressing and if you think it needs more sugar, add it. Same with the lemon juice.
- Add some texture – Throw in some chopped walnuts or shredded coconut (optional) for added crunch and flavor.
Storing Instructions
Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge. They will remain good for 3-4 days retaining their taste and texture.
Golden Corral Carrot and Raisin Salad Recipe Faqs
Can I prepare this salad in advance? Yes! In fact the salad is actually improved if prepared an hour or two in advance, so the flavors have a chance to blend.
Can I use a substitute for the sugar? Absolutely. Feel free to use your favorite sugar substitute to lower the sugar content of this salad without impacting taste.
Will other fruits, like pineapple, work? Yes, adding chopped pineapple, or even apples comes together in a sweet, fruity direction.
How long will the salad last in the refrigerator? You can store the salad in an airtight container, it will last you 3-4 days.
Can I make it creamier? For a creamier take, you might bump up the mayonnaise a bit or mix in a bit of plain Greek yogurt.
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Golden Corral Carrot and Raisin Salad
Description
Ingredients
- 6 cups carrots , shredded
- 1 1/2 cups raisins,
- 1 cup mayonnaise ,
- 1/3 cup sugar ,
- 1 cup pineapple, optional, drained and chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice ,
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
Instructions
- Shred the carrots finely and measure out the raisins, sugar, and mayonnaise. If using pineapple, drain and chop into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, add 6 cups carrots 1 1/2 cups raisins, and 1 cup pineapple
- In a small bowl, whisk the m1 cup mayonnaise , 1/3 cup sugar , 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt to combine until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to blend.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Nutrition
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