My Take Carrot Zrodia Slata
Elevate your salad game with "My Take Carrot Zrodia Slata," a vibrant and flavorful twist on the classic North African carrot salad. This quick and easy recipe balances the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots with the warmth of cumin, smoky paprika, and a bright splash of lemon juice. Raisins add a touch of chewy sweetness, while toasted almonds provide a satisfying crunch. Tossed in a zesty olive oil dressing and accented with fresh parsley and garlic, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes and requires no cooking. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light appetizer, "My Take Carrot Zrodia Slata" is a healthy, gluten-free option that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a Mediterranean-inspired dinner or looking for a simple, wholesome snack, this carrot salad is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds
Directions
Step 1
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or a food processor with a shredding disc. Transfer the grated carrots to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl with the carrots.
Step 3
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the grated carrots.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the ground cumin, paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the carrots and toss everything together until well coated.
Step 6
Fold in the raisins for a touch of sweetness and sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top for added crunch.
Step 7
Give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Step 8
Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 9
Serve as a vibrant side dish or a light appetizer and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (133.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 575.5 |
| Total Fat 50.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1199.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 5.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 520.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories