I know exactly what you are thinking…’is this one of those mayo-coated old-fashioned carrot and raisin salads that were popular in the fifties?’ And the answer is absolutely not!  Don’t be fooled here—although this side dish does contain both golden raisins and grated carrots, it is quite the opposite from that salad that we all know and (quite possibly don’t) love.  Making slaw is popular these days from veggies other than green cabbage; broccoli stems are a good one and even thinly sliced Brussels sprouts.  This healthy salad contains good-for-your fresh carrots, fresh parsley, nuts, golden raisins for a touch of sweetness and a homemade lemony, honey vinaigrette.  It is light and a wonderful accompaniment to whatever protein you have on the menu for tonight.  (The recipe here calls for chopped Marcona almonds, but I decided to go the roasted pistachio route instead.)

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