SaladSide Dish

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Name: Moroccan Carrot Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 racions
Cuisine: moroccan
Ingredients: 500 g carrot grated; 0,25 tassa fresh parsley chopped; 2 cs fresh mint chopped; 3 cs lemon juice freshly squeezed; 2 cs olive oil; 0,5 ct ground cumin; 0,5 ct paprika; 1 gra garlic minced; 0,5 ct salt; 0,25 ct black pepper; 0,25 ct cayenne pepper (opcional)

Brighten your plate with this vibrant Moroccan Carrot Salad, a refreshing and zesty side dish bursting with the flavors of fresh herbs and warm spices. Finely grated carrots are tossed in a tangy lemon-garlic dressing, creating a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. This naturally vegan and gluten-free salad is perfect for adding a touch of North African flair to any meal.

Una recepta original de Forkin

Temps total: 45 min
Racions: 4
Dificultat: Fàcil
Per ració: 125 kcal

VeganaVegetarianaSense gluten

Preparació prèvia

Llista d’ingredients

500 gcarrot, grated
0,25 tassafresh parsley, chopped
2 csfresh mint, chopped

dressing

3 cslemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 csolive oil
0,5 ctground cumin
0,5 ctpaprika
1 gragarlic, minced
0,5 ctsalt
0,25 ctblack pepper
0,25 ctcayenne pepper(opcional)

Estris

large mixing bowl · small bowl · whisk · box grater (opcional) · food processor (opcional) · chef's knife · cutting board · measuring spoons · measuring cups · tongs (opcional)

Elaboració

Pas a pas

1
Finely grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Uns 5 min
Nota de cuina: For the best texture and to ensure the carrots absorb the dressing well, aim for thin, uniform shreds.
2
Mince the fresh parsley and mint, ensuring a fine chop for even distribution of flavor.
Uns 3 min
Nota de cuina: Use a sharp chef's knife for clean cuts, and avoid bruising the herbs.
3
Place the grated carrots, minced parsley, and minced mint into a large mixing bowl.
Uns 1 min
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Uns 3 min
Nota de cuina: Ensure the garlic is finely minced or grated to prevent large chunks and distribute its flavor evenly throughout the dressing.
5
Pour the prepared dressing over the carrot and herb mixture in the large bowl.
Uns 1 min
6
Gently toss all ingredients together using tongs or a large spoon until the carrots are thoroughly and evenly coated with the dressing.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: Tossing gently prevents the carrots from breaking down too much and helps maintain their crisp texture.
7
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Uns 30 min
Nota de cuina: Chilling allows the flavors to meld and deepen, resulting in a more harmonious and refreshing salad. An hour or more is even better if time permits.
8
Before serving, give the salad another quick toss to redistribute the dressing and refresh the flavors.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Per ració

Nutrició

72%Puntuació

Calories: 125,4kcal
Proteïnes: 1,9g
Hidrats de carboni: 15,3g
Greixos: 7,4g
Fibra: 4,5g
Sucre: 6,2g

Estimació basada en les quantitats dels ingredients. Els valors poden variar segons les marques i les substitucions.

Conservació

Nota de cuina:

This vibrant salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats, tagines, or as a refreshing counterpoint to richer dishes. For an added layer of texture and flavor, consider sprinkling toasted sesame seeds or chopped pistachios just before serving. A drizzle of pomegranate molasses can also add a delightful sweet-tart note.

Com conservar-ho

Store leftover Moroccan Carrot Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Com reescalfar-ho

This salad is best served chilled and does not require reheating.