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Moroccan Spiced Lentil and Carrot Salad — homemade Moroccan spiced lentil and carrot salad recipe

Moroccan Spiced Lentil and Carrot Salad

A refreshing and healthy Moroccan-inspired salad featuring earthy lentils, sweet carrots, and a fragrant spice blend.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1.5 cups dried green lentils 300g
  • 3 large carrots julienned, 300g
  • 0.5 cup toasted almond slivers 75g
Dressing and Herbs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Steamer basket
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse lentils thoroughly and boil in vegetable broth for 20 minutes until tender; drain well.
  2. Steam the julienned carrots until they reach a crisp-tender consistency.
  3. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, cinnamon, and paprika in a small mixing bowl to create the dressing.
  4. Combine the warm lentils and steamed carrots in a large bowl and toss gently with the dressing.
  5. Fold in the toasted almond slivers and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Best served at room temperature to allow the spices to meld with the lentils.