Carrot Raisin Salad

Name: Carrot Raisin Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 10-12 ounces carrots, grated or matchstick ( about 4- 5 cups, feel free to use store-bought matchsticks); 1 tablespoon lime or orange zest (or some of both); 1 garlic clove, finely minced ( use a garlic press); 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely minced ( or use ginger paste); ⅓ cup raisins ( golden or regular); ½ cup toasted cashews ( or slivered almonds); 3 scallions; ½ cup cilantro or italian parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (or sub apple cider vinegar); 2 tablespoons, maple syrup, honey or agave or alternative sweetener; ½ teaspoon salt; pepper to taste; ½ teaspoon ground turmeric ( or use 1-2 teaspoons fresh grated); 1 teaspoon yellow curry powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne ( optional, and/ or more to taste)