Moroccan carrot salad

Summary

Moroccan carrot salad is a vibrant dish bursting with flavors and colors. This delicious side captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine while offering a fresh take on salad. Dive in to discover a recipe that’s both easy and fulfilling.

Ingredients for your Moroccan carrot salad

• Carrots: 4 large (approximately 1 pound [450 grams])
• Olive oil: 3 tablespoons (45 ml)
• Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Ground paprika: 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Ground turmeric: ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml)
• Fresh cilantro: 2 tablespoons, chopped (30 ml)
• Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped (30 ml)
• Salt: To taste
• Black pepper: To taste

Preparation and Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 110
• Protein: 1g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 4g
• Fat: 5g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Sugar: 6g

How to Prepare Your Moroccan Carrot Salad

1. Start by peeling the carrots and then grating them into medium-sized shreds.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots with the minced garlic.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground paprika, and ground turmeric.
4. Pour this dressing over the carrots and garlic.
5. Toss everything until the carrots are well-coated.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
7. Finish off by sprinkling the fresh cilantro and parsley over the salad. Give it one last mix.
8. Allow the Moroccan carrot salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. This enhances the flavors.

Tips for a Perfect Moroccan Carrot Salad

1. For an added crunch, consider adding roasted almond slices or sunflower seeds.
2. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper.
3. Make sure you allow the salad to chill; this lets the flavors meld together beautifully.

Serving Suggestions

• Moroccan carrot salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or fish.
• Consider serving it as part of a mezze platter with hummus, falafel, and olives.
• It’s also delicious wrapped in a flatbread with some feta cheese.
• And don’t forget, this salad is vibrant and punchy on its own too!

With this recipe in your arsenal, you’re ready to serve up an authentic Moroccan carrot salad that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a vibrant side dish for dinner, this salad is a flavorful, healthy choice. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the flavors of Morocco and let your taste buds travel!

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD

Moroccan carrot salad is a vibrant dish bursting with flavors and colors. This delicious side captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine while offering a fresh take on salad. Dive in to discover a recipe that’s both easy and fulfilling.

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Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD

Amount per Serving

Calories

110

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

5

g

8

%

Sodium

 

120

mg

5

%

Carbohydrates

 

15

g

5

%

Fiber

 

4

g

17

%

Sugar

 

6

g

7

%

Protein

 

1

g

2

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Carrots: 4 large approximately 1 pound [450 grams]
• Olive oil: 3 tablespoons 45 ml
• Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons 30 ml
• Garlic: 2 cloves minced
• Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon 5 ml
• Ground paprika: 1 teaspoon 5 ml
• Ground turmeric: ½ teaspoon 2.5 ml
• Fresh cilantro: 2 tablespoons chopped (30 ml)
• Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons chopped (30 ml)
• Salt: To taste
• Black pepper: To taste

Instructions

• Start by peeling the carrots and then grating them into medium-sized shreds.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots with the minced garlic.
• In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground paprika, and ground turmeric.
• Pour this dressing over the carrots and garlic.
• Toss everything until the carrots are well-coated.
• Season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
• Finish off by sprinkling the fresh cilantro and parsley over the salad. Give it one last mix.
• Allow the Moroccan carrot salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. This enhances the flavors.

Notes

TIPS 

For an added crunch, consider adding roasted almond slices or sunflower seeds.

If you like a little heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper.

Make sure you allow the salad to chill; this lets the flavors meld together beautifully.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Moroccan carrot salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or fish.

Consider serving it as part of a mezze platter with hummus, falafel, and olives.

It’s also delicious wrapped in a flatbread with some feta cheese.

And don’t forget, this salad is vibrant and punchy on its own too!