Moroccan Carrots
Elevate your side-dish game with these vibrant and aromatic Moroccan Carrots, a recipe brimming with warm spices and Mediterranean flair. Tender carrot rounds are infused with the bold flavors of cumin, paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, while sautéed garlic and a drizzle of fresh lemon juice add zest and depth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, this quick and easy dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve warm or at room temperature for a healthy and flavorful side that's both comforting and exotic. Suitable for vegetarians and packed with nutrients, Moroccan Carrots are an irresistible addition to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 500 milliliters water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into thick rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
In a medium saucepan, bring 500 milliliters of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt, then add the sliced carrots. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are just tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
While the carrots are boiling, mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the fresh parsley.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
Stir in the ground cumin, ground paprika, and cinnamon, allowing the spices to toast lightly in the oil for 30 seconds.
Add the cooked carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them in the spiced oil mixture.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the carrots and toss again to distribute the flavors.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2734 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1878 mg | 40% | |
*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.
