Moroccan Carrot and Cinnamon Salad
Brighten up your table with the exotic flavors of this Moroccan Carrot and Cinnamon Salad—a refreshing, no-cook dish that’s as vibrant as it is delicious. Shredded carrots are lightly coated in a fragrant dressing of ground cinnamon, honey, orange juice, and olive oil, blending sweetness and warmth with a zesty citrus kick. Golden raisins add pops of natural sweetness, while fresh parsley provides an herbaceous counterpoint. For a satisfying crunch, sprinkle with optional toasted almond slices. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful salad is perfect as a light side, appetizer, or healthy snack. Chill it before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully, making it an impressive addition to any gathering or weekday meal.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 tablespoons Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 50 grams Golden raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 30 grams Toasted almond slices (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and grate the carrots into thin, uniform shreds using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated carrots in a large bowl.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the ground cinnamon, honey, orange juice, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the grated carrots and toss thoroughly to coat the carrots evenly.
Step 4
Add the golden raisins and freshly chopped parsley to the salad, gently mixing everything together.
Step 5
If using, sprinkle toasted almond slices on top for added crunch and flavor.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or honey to balance the flavors.
Step 7
Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Serve the salad cold or at room temperature. Enjoy your Moroccan Carrot and Cinnamon Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (702.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 892.2 |
| Total Fat 44.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1545.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 82.6g | |
| Protein 13.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 325.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2407.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories