Best Middle Eastern Carrot Salad Recipes

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LENTIL AND CARROT SALAD WITH MIDDLE EASTERN SPICES



Lentil and Carrot Salad With Middle Eastern Spices image

I combined two of my favorite Mediterranean salads to stretch the cup of lentils I had in my pantry. Take care not to overcook the lentils; they should be slightly al dente. They go quickly from al dente to mushy, so make sure to check after 25 minutes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup brown or green lentils, washed and picked over
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 to 3 large garlic cloves (to taste), minced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
3/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, ground
1/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds, ground
3/4 pound carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the lentils in a medium saucepan, cover by 1 inch with water, add the bay leaf and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste, reduce the heat and cook just until the lentils are al dente, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and the garlic in a small frying pan or saucepan over medium heat. When the garlic begins to sizzle, add the spices. Stir together for about 30 seconds, then remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl.
  • While the lentils are simmering, steam the carrots for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Remove from the heat and transfer to the bowl with the garlic and spices. Add the lemon juice and salt to taste and toss together.
  • When the lentils are cooked al dente, set a strainer over a bowl, drain the lentils and toss at once with the carrots. If desired, add some of the broth to moisten. Add cilantro and another tablespoon of olive oil and toss together. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 243, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 248 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

MIDDLE EASTERN CARROT SALAD



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A light and vibrant shredded salad flavoured with orange blossom water, cumin and mint- serve alongside spiced meats

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ tsp orange blossom water
½ tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
juice ½ lemon
500g carrot , shredded or grated
large handful small mint leaves

Steps:

  • Put the orange blossom water, cumin, oil, lemon juice and some seasoning into a jar. Screw on the lid and shake well to combine.
  • Tip the carrots and mint into a bowl. Pour over the dressing, season and toss everything together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

MIDDLE EASTERN CARROT AND ORANGE SALAD



MIDDLE EASTERN CARROT AND ORANGE SALAD image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound carrots, grated
2 oranges, peeled and diced
1/4 teaspoon sugar, or more to taste
juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon orange-blossom water, or more to taste (obtain from a Middle Eastern or East Indian grocery, or in the international foods section of some supermarkets)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and serve. It's a very refreshing salad. The cologne fragrance of the orange-blossom water is delightful.

MIDDLE EASTERN CARROT SALAD



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This is a lovely, refreshing salad with lots of coriander. I found it on the internet years ago, but I don't remember where.

Provided by Amanda in Adelaide

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups grated carrots
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1 pinch salt
2 -3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
1 teaspoon maple syrup

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.2, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 77.5, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 0.8

MIDDLE EASTERN CARROT & FETA SALAD



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A simple side salad packed with sunshine flavours, from cumin, cinnamon and coriander, to lemons, sultanas and cheese

Provided by Sarah Cook

Categories     Side dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1kg bag carrot , peeled, halved lengthways and cut into chunks
2 tsp cumin seed
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground coriander
2 tbsp runny honey
juice 2 lemons
50g sultana or raisins
200g pack feta cheese
½ small pack coriander or flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Add the carrots, and cook for about 8-10 mins until tender. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, mix together the cumin seeds, ground spices, honey and lemon juice, with some seasoning, using a small whisk or fork.
  • Drain the carrots, let them steam-dry for a few minutes in the colander, then mix them into the dressing with the sultanas or raisins. Leave at room temperature.
  • To serve, crumble over the feta and scatter with the herbs. Gently toss together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

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