MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD WITH GINGER

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This salad tastes best when the carrots have time to marinate and absorb the flavors of the spices.

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large carrots
Salt
1/2 teaspoon each cumin and coriander, toasted and ground
One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
A pinch of cayenne
Juice of 1/2 lime
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • Peel and cut into little batons about 2 inches long and 1/4 inch square: 4 large carrots.
  • Cook in salted boiling water until almost tender; they should be pliable, but still crisp in the center. Drain and season with: Salt.
  • In a small bowl, mix together: 1/2 teaspoon each cumin and coriander, toasted and ground, One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated, A pinch of cayenne.
  • Pour over the warm carrots and toss gently. Marinate for a few hours or in the refrigerator overnight. Just before serving whisk together: Juice of 1/2 lime, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley.
  • Pour over the carrots and toss gently. Taste for seasoning and add salt and lime juice as needed.
  • Garnish with green or black olives.
  • Use mint instead of cilantro or parsley.

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