Best Moroccan Carrot Salad W Chili Cumin Recipes

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MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



Moroccan Carrot Salad image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds large carrots, peeled
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon harissa
2 cloves garlic, smashed
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Toasted sesame seeds, for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and boil until tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool slightly, then slice into 1/2-inch coins.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil, harissa, garlic, lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Toss with the carrots to coat, then toss with the cilantro and parsley. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and serve warm or at room temp, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

MOROCCAN RAW CARROT SALAD



Moroccan Raw Carrot Salad image

Bright in color and flavor: a fresh salad of shredded carrots, dressed with olive oil, lemon juice and Moroccan spices. A healthy side dish that goes with everything.

Provided by Panning The Globe

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

Carrots
2 pounds carrots, peeled and shredded in a food processor.
3 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley plus a few sprigs for garnishing
Dressing
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 1/2 lemons)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped (1 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Parsley sprigs to garnish

Steps:

  • Put shredded carrots and chopped parsley in a large bowl
  • Whisk lemon juice and spices. Keep whisking while slowly adding the olive oil to emulsify the ingredients.
  • Toss dressing with shredded carrots and parsley. Chill for an hour in the fridge and let flavors merge. Enjoy!
  • Note: This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for several days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Sugar 4.6 g, Sodium 297.9 mg, Fat 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

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