Crunchy Grape Tomato and Carrot Salad

Submitted by EdsGirlAngie

"This is a refreshing and versatile salad that is best prepared slightly in advance. Juicy little grape tomatoes and crunchy carrots and celery team up with green onions and a sweet-tangy vinaigrette. It's easy and just plain good! Prep time includes marinating in the refrigerator."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 lb baby carrots, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 3 stalks celery, sliced diagonally
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons apple juice
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried basil or 3 tablespoons fresh basil, julienned

directions

1. Combine tomatoes, carrots, celery and green onions in a large bowl.
2. Whisk together remaining ingredients in a small bowl, then add to vegetables.
3. If using dried basil, add now to the dressing; if using fresh, add just before serving.
4. Gently toss vegetables to coat in dressing.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours; salad tastes best when prepared in advance.
6. Serve chilled.