Carrot And Raisin Salad Moroccan Style Recipes

CARROT AND RAISIN SALAD---MOROCCAN STYLE

Steps:

• Slice carrots into about three pieces.
• Cook carrots in boiling water until crisp-tender, about five minutes.
• Drain, rinse with cold water and drain again.
• While carrots cool, in medium bowl, combine lemon juice, sugar, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt and cayenne pepper.
• Stir to dissolve sugar and salt.
• Stir in olive oil, parsley and raisins.
• Add carrots and toss to combine.
• Cover and chill for at least one hour to blend flavors, stirring occasionally.
• Serve on a leaf of lettuce, if desired.

MOROCCAN SPICED CARROT SALAD

Steps:

• Mix the grated carrots with the orange juice and cumin.
• Season with sugar, salt and pepper.
• Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle over a couple tablespoons each of chopped coriander and parsley, if desired.

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD

Steps:

• Peel the carrots and shave them into ribbons with a vegetable peeler. Put in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice, oil, raisins, coriander, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon and 3/4 teaspoon salt and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, diced cucumber and raisins. Set aside.
• For the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, cilantro, spices, and honey. Slowly whisk in extra-virgin olive oil.
• Pour dressing over carrot salad and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to allow flavors to meld.