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    Apple Raisin Salad

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    Composite of two images: Overhead view of 4 5 apples (one chopped), two stalks of celery, a bowl of raisins, a bowl with mayonnaise, a small bowl with lemon juice, and a small bowl with sugars all on a blue surface with a coral plaid towel to the side on top, Text Apple Raisin Salad in the middle, and overhead view of salad with chopped apples, raisins, and celery with a coral plaid towel and two forks on bottom

    Sweet, crisp apples mixed with celery and raisins are delicious with a simple dressing.

    Overhead view of salad with chopped apples, raisins, and celery with a coral plaid towel and two forks.

    The ingredients are simple: apples, celery, raisins, mayo, lemon juice, and sugar.

    Choose sweet, crisp apples for the best results—I like Fuji apples best for salads because they are both sweet and crisp. When I can't find them, I often use Gala apples as I did in this recipe; Gala apples aren't as crisp as Fuji but they are sweet and delicious. If you aren't sure what kind of apples are best for various uses, check out the apple guide at Orange Pippen.

    You can chop the apples ahead of time and toss with a little water and lemon juice to keep them from browning.

    Overhead view of 4 5 apples (one chopped), two stalks of celery, a bowl of raisins, a bowl with mayonnaise, a small bowl with lemon juice, and a small bowl with sugars all on a blue surface with a coral plaid towel to the side

    Soften the raisins by covering them with hot water while you chop the apples, then drain them before adding them to the salad.

    Overhead view of a chopping board with shopped apple and a knife, four apples to the side, a bowl of raisins soaking in water, all on a blue surface with a coral towel laying to the side.

    Mix your dressing ingredients before chopping. Miracle Whip is sweeter than mayonnaise and will result in a sweeter dressing, so if you use it be sure to taste as you add sugar.

    Overhead view of a large bowl with chopped apples, raisins, and celery, a smaller bowl with a creamy salad dressing and a whisk, all on a blue surface with a coral plaid towel to the side

    Mix it all together and chill for an hour before serving.

    Overhead view of salad with chopped apples, raisins, and celery with a coral plaid towel and two forks.

    Overhead view of three bowls of Apple Raisin Salad

    Apple Raisin Salad

    Sweet, crisp apples mixed with celery and raisins are delicious with a simple dressing.
    4.10 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Chilling time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 233

    Ingredients
      

    • 5 apples, cored and chopped into bite sized pieces
    • 1 cup raisins
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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    Instructions

    • Soak raisins in hot water to cover to soften for about 5 minutes, drain and dry on a paper towel. Combine apples, raisins, and celery in a bowl.
    • In a separate bowl combine salad dressing, lemon juice, and sugar. Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and stir.
    • Refrigerate for about an hour to chill then serve.

    Notes

    If you use Miracle Whip, know that it is sweeter than mayonnaise and will result in a sweeter dressing.
    If you chop the apples ahead of time, toss them with a little water and a teaspoon of lemon juice to keep them from browning.

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 233 calCarbohydrates: 36 gProtein: 1 gFat: 11 gSodium: 96 mgFiber: 4 gSugar: 18 g
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    Composite of two images: Overhead view of 4 5 apples (one chopped), two stalks of celery, a bowl of raisins, a bowl with mayonnaise, a small bowl with lemon juice, and a small bowl with sugars all on a blue surface with a coral plaid towel to the side on top, Text Apple Raisin Salad in the middle, and overhead view of salad with chopped apples, raisins, and celery with a coral plaid towel and two forks on bottom

    Composite of two images: Overhead view of 4 5 apples (one chopped), two stalks of celery, a bowl of raisins, a bowl with mayonnaise, a small bowl with lemon juice, and a small bowl with sugars all on a blue surface with a coral plaid towel to the side on top, Text Apple Raisin Salad in the middle, and overhead view of salad with chopped apples, raisins, and celery with a coral plaid towel and two forks on bottom
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    Posted by Mary Ann on August 20, 2019; Updated on January 15, 2020Filed Under: Fruit, Salads

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    1. Mary Tafarella

      August 21, 2022 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      Nice flavors and easy and quick to prepare…thank you. I was wondering if honey can be a substitute for sugar ?

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      • Mary Ann

        August 22, 2022 at 10:59 am

        I'm glad you liked it. I have not tried it with honey, but you should be able to substitute honey for sugar in a 1 to 1 ratio.

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