Carrot and Raisin Salad—Moroccan Style

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 16
Moroccan Style Carrot and Raisin Salad Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb baby carrots
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
1 cup raisins
1 leaf lettuce ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
186
Sugar
26g
Fat
5g
The Moroccan style carrot and raisin salad is a staple dish in North African cuisine. This salad is an ideal side dish that can be paired with almost everything, from grilled meat to fish to vegetarian dishes. It has a sweet and sour flavor which makes it very refreshing on a hot day. The combination of carrots with raisins makes it a unique salad with great nutritional value. Try this beautiful and tasty salad recipe that is easy to make and perfect for any mealtime.

Instructions

1.Boil the baby carrots in salted water until they are tender. Drain the water and let the carrots cool for some time.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk the lemon juice, sugar, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne pepper together.
3.Gradually add the olive oil while whisking the mixture until it thickens.
4.Add the minced parsley to the mixture and continue whisking.
5.Add the raisins to the bowl of cooled baby carrots. Gently mix the carrots and raisins together.
6.Pour the whisked dressing over the carrot-raisin mix and toss it gently to combine well.

PROS

The Moroccan style carrot and raisin salad is not only delicious, but also easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.
It is a healthy salad with several nutrients.

CONS

The salad contains sugar which some people might want to avoid.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baby carrots are rich in beta carotene which is known to have various health benefits for skin and eyes. Additionally, carrots are also known to be high in fiber, Vitamin A, and potassium. Raisins not only add natural sweetness to the salad but also add iron, potassium, and fiber content to it. They are also high in antioxidant properties.

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