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Description
This salad combines carrots, chickpeas, and a Moroccan-inspired dressing. It is a simple and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound carrots, peeled and grated
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, chickpeas, cilantro, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pour the dressing over the carrot and chickpea mixture. Toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add a handful of chopped toasted almonds or pistachios.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg