Spiced Carrot and Orange Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spiced Carrot and Orange Salad, a refreshing combination of sweetness and warmth that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender ribbons of fresh carrots and juicy orange segments, this salad is elevated with a fragrant spiced dressing made from cinnamon, cumin, honey, and zesty lemon juice. A drizzle of olive oil adds a silky finish, while fresh parsley provides a pop of greenery and herbal freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required, this light and healthy dish is as quick to prepare as it is flavorful. Serve it as a stunning side or a colorful starter to impress your guests, and enjoy a harmonious blend of spices, citrus, and earthiness in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 large oranges
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel the carrots and use a vegetable peeler or julienne slicer to create long, thin strips. Alternatively, grate the carrots if you prefer smaller pieces.
Peel the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible, and cut them into bite-sized segments. Reserve any juice that is released for later.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ground cinnamon, ground cumin, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, reserved orange juice (if any), salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrot strips and orange segments.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad as a garnish.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 784 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1569 mg | 33% | |
*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.
