Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad, a delightful dish that combines fresh ingredients with aromatic spices. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, ready in just under 20 minutes. Bursting with nutrition, this salad features protein-packed chickpeas and crunchy grated carrots, all brought together with a zesty dressing. Serve it as a refreshing main course or a versatile side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or wraps. Enjoy the essence of North African cuisine right at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 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
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, grated carrots, red onion, and garlic.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
- Let the salad sit for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg