Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad, a delightful dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. This refreshing salad combines the sweetness of grated carrots with hearty chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty dressing infused with aromatic spices like cumin and coriander. Perfect for a quick lunch, a colorful side at dinner, or an enticing addition to your potluck spread, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious. With its nutrient-packed ingredients and customizable options, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 2 large grated carrots
- 1 small finely chopped red onion
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, grated carrots, red onion, and garlic.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Let the salad rest for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve at room temperature or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg