SaladSide Dish

Moroccan Carrot Salad

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

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.

Izvirni recept avtorja Forkin

Skupni čas: 45 min
Porcije: 4
Zahtevnost: Lahko
Na porcijo: 125 kcal

VeganskoVegetarijanskoBrez glutena

Priprava

Sestavine

500 gcarrot, grated
0,25 skodelicafresh parsley, chopped
2 žlicafresh mint, chopped

dressing

3 žlicalemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 žlicaolive oil
0,5 žličkaground cumin
0,5 žličkapaprika
1 strokgarlic, minced
0,5 žličkasalt
0,25 žličkablack pepper
0,25 žličkacayenne pepper(neobvezno)

Oprema

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

Postopek

Korak za korakom

1
Finely grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Približno 5 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 3 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 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.
Približno 3 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 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.
Približno 1 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 30 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 1 min
Kuharjeva opomba: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Na porcijo

Hranilne vrednosti

72%Ocena

Kalorije: 125,4kcal
Beljakovine: 1,9g
Ogljikovi hidrati: 15,3g
Maščobe: 7,4g
Vlaknine: 4,5g
Sladkorji: 6,2g

Ocena temelji na količinah sestavin v receptu. Vrednosti se lahko razlikujejo glede na znamke in zamenjave.

Pravilno shranjevanje

Kuharjeva opomba:

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.

Shranjevanje

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

Pogrevanje

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