Dirt to Table Experience: Moroccan Raw Carrot Salad
PUBLISHED ON: 04.30.2014
Did you know that the Moroccans brought carrot salad to Israel in the 1940’s? This dish became so popular that it is now a common dish served in Israel to celebrate the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah. This salad is served to symbolize a sweet and fruitful year to come.
A blend of oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley or cilantro, cumin, salt, sweet paprika, cinnamon and a pinch of cayenne makes for an easy to prepare, unique and flavorful carrot salad that is absolutely delicious.
Moroccan Raw Carrot Salad
Serves 4-6
Recipe from Epicurious
Ingredients:
1-lb. carrots coarsely grated (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup vegetable oil or extra-virgin olive oil
3-4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
2-4 cloves garlic, mashed or minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
Pinch of salt
About 1/2 teaspoon harissa (Northwestern African Chili Paste) 1 tablespoon minced green chiles or 1/4- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne.
Directions:
In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2-hours or up to 2-days to allow the flavors to meld and permeate the carrots. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Enjoy!
Sue/the view from great island
All those wonderful flavors — goodbye coleslaw!
Rambling Tart
Delicious! 🙂 I grew up on carrot salad similar to this, only my Mum added raisins to it. 🙂
Angie's Recipes
We eat this kind of carrot salad all the time. I didn't use harissa, but tabasco sauce.
Sam Hoffer / My Carolina Kitchen
Beautiful and healthy too, what more could we ask of a salad. Sam
Anna and Liz Recipes
Didn't know the history behind this carrot salad. It sounds amazingly delicious and healthy too!
Anna and Liz Recipes
Didn't know the history behind this carrot salad. It sounds amazingly delicious and healthy too!
Anonymous
I looked in the fridge earlier and noticed we have a lot of carrots in there. I was wondering what I should do with them. Problem solved!
Marie
This sounds wonderful and delicious . . . and healthy too. I have plenty of carrots in the fridge right now so I just may try this. Thanks for posting it! PInning it.
That Girl
I never thought about the fact this was brought to Israel via Morocco, but it's definitely something I'm familiar with.
Michelle
I have had different types of carrot salad before, but I like the sound of the spices in this one.
Claudia
Cinnamon! Must try this. I love carrot salads and it's fun to see the different herbs/spices in this one!
Monet
Gorgeous! Love carrots (and so does Lu). We will make this soon!
Catherine
A delicious and healthy salad to serve anytime. Blessings dear, Catherine
Nammi
wow , looks so fresh and delicious
From the Kitchen
We like carrot salad and have it often. Now I'm looking forward to spicing it up a bit with your recipe!!Best.Bonnie
Julie
What an interesting salad. I never make carrot salad, need to give this one a try!
The JR
I'd love to take a bite of that!Ramona
SavoringTime in the Kitchen
A wonderful salad and all of the seasonings sound terrific!
Judit @Wine Dine Daily
Love carrot salad and yours looks very tasty!
Suhaina
I love anything with Harissa in it..salad looks super inviting.
~~louise~~
Hi Velva!What an interesting Carrot Salad. Just perfect for National Salad Month which May happens to be:) The only kind of Carrot Salad I have ever made is the one with mayo and raisins. This Carrot Salad may just be my favorite. I really need to try it. It's just bursting with spicy goodness. Thank you so much for sharing, Velva…
Ann Jones
We are huge carrot fans in my house, my kids love them 🙂 Your salad looks like a great summer treat!
Reeni
What a delicious sounding salad! I never know what to do with carrots and here's my answer! Happy weekend! 🙂
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch)
I didn't know that about carrot salad. But what I do know is that I love Moroccan flavors and I must try this soon. Thanks for the recipe Velva.
Anonymous
I made this, and it was delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Rhodesia
I would love this, will give it a try. Have a good week Diane
Tina
Are you harvesting carrots now? We didn't get many pop up and actually haven't pulled any. It's a new experience for me!Love this salad, It's pretty and festive, and I know it's a great addition to the table.
lisa is cooking
This salad is perfect for a picnic! And, I love all these flavors.
Kitchen Belleicious
ha! I gave my boys some matchstick carrots (that is what we call little carrot sticks:)) last night for dinner and I guess I didn't realize I had never given it to them before bc they gobbled them up and asking for more. the loved them and they were raw- no dressing or nothing so I know they would love your raw carrot salad seeing as how it has so much flavor!
Cathy at Wives with Knives
I love this salad! Your version has more flavor than the one I have been using and I'm looking forward to trying this. Carrots are one of my favorite vegetables.
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Devon
Carrot salad is my favorite and I love learning about the development of new cuisines. Israel has such a blend of cultures
Unknown
The flavors in this salad sound delicious! This would be such a great side dish to liven up any grilled meat.
Beth
I love Moroccan flavours – this salad looks terrific!
Bill
I love carrots in any form and your recipe has inspired me! Such a great combination of flavors, Velva! Gotta try this one. Great post!