Taim's Moroccan Carrot Salad Not Spicy
Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly flavorful, Taim’s Moroccan Carrot Salad (Not Spicy) is a vibrant side dish perfect for any occasion. This quick, no-cook recipe combines sweet, earthy grated carrots with juicy raisins, fresh parsley, and a zesty, aromatic dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, and cinnamon. Infused with warm Mediterranean-inspired spices, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors without any heat, making it ideal for those seeking mild yet exciting dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus a short chill time to enhance the flavors), this salad is a healthy, gluten-free, and vegetarian option that can be served chilled or at room temperature as a versatile side or light appetizer.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 50 grams Raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them using a box grater or a food processor.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, raisins, and chopped fresh parsley.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the carrots are evenly coated.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (643.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 776.8 |
| Total Fat 44.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1548.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 98.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.9g | |
| Protein 7.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 246.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2124.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories