Carrot Salad with Olives Honey and Cumin
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Carrot Salad with Olives, Honey, and Cumin—an irresistible mix of sweet, savory, and earthy flavors. Tender grated carrots are paired with briny black olives and tossed in a luscious dressing of honey, ground cumin, lemon juice, and olive oil, creating a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal freshness, while a hint of salt and pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this effortless salad is perfect as a light appetizer, a side dish for grilled meats, or even a healthy lunch. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is sure to add a refreshing twist to your dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 0.5 cup Pitted black olives
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment. Transfer the grated carrots to a large mixing bowl.
Roughly chop the pitted black olives and add them to the bowl with the grated carrots.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, ground cumin, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the carrot and olive mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the salad.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as desired.
Refrigerate the salad for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately if preferred.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2230 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 29.8 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 998 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
