Moroccan Spiced Carrot Salad
Infuse your table with vibrant flavors and colors with this Moroccan Spiced Carrot Salad, a quick and healthy side dish bursting with aromatic spices and refreshing ingredients. Shredded carrots are tossed with golden raisins and fresh cilantro, then dressed in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, and paprika. A sprinkle of toasted slivered almonds adds a delightful crunch to every bite, while the 30-minute resting time allows the bold flavors to harmonize perfectly. Serve this versatile salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side for grilled meats, a light appetizer, or a stand-alone vegetarian dish. Packed with nutrients and ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is a beautiful balance of sweet, savory, and spiced elements that’s sure to captivate your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons golden raisins
- 2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. Using a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment, shred the carrots into thin strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, paprika, sea salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, golden raisins, and chopped fresh cilantro.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds on top for added crunch and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2519 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1215 mg | 26% | |
*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.
