Moroccan Carrot and Cinnamon Salad
Brighten up your table with the exotic flavors of this Moroccan Carrot and Cinnamon Salad—a refreshing, no-cook dish that’s as vibrant as it is delicious. Shredded carrots are lightly coated in a fragrant dressing of ground cinnamon, honey, orange juice, and olive oil, blending sweetness and warmth with a zesty citrus kick. Golden raisins add pops of natural sweetness, while fresh parsley provides an herbaceous counterpoint. For a satisfying crunch, sprinkle with optional toasted almond slices. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful salad is perfect as a light side, appetizer, or healthy snack. Chill it before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully, making it an impressive addition to any gathering or weekday meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 tablespoons Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 50 grams Golden raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 30 grams Toasted almond slices (optional)
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots into thin, uniform shreds using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated carrots in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ground cinnamon, honey, orange juice, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and toss thoroughly to coat the carrots evenly.
Add the golden raisins and freshly chopped parsley to the salad, gently mixing everything together.
If using, sprinkle toasted almond slices on top for added crunch and flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or honey to balance the flavors.
Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the salad cold or at room temperature. Enjoy your Moroccan Carrot and Cinnamon Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1546 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2407 mg | 51% | |
*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.
