Best 9 Moroccan Carrot And Spinach Salad Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Morocco with this vibrant and flavorful carrot and spinach salad. This traditional Moroccan salad showcases the harmonious blend of earthy spinach, sweet carrots, and a symphony of spices. As you delve into the depths of its taste, you'll discover the zesty tang of lemon juice, the aromatic embrace of cumin and coriander, and the subtle warmth of paprika. This salad is not just a symphony of flavors, but also a medley of textures, with the crisp crunch of carrots and the tender embrace of wilted spinach creating a delightful contrast.

While this classic Moroccan carrot and spinach salad takes center stage, the article also offers a tantalizing array of additional recipes that will transport you to the heart of Moroccan cuisine. Immerse yourself in the aromatic world of spices with the Moroccan chicken tagine, where tender chicken simmers in a flavorful broth infused with saffron, ginger, and a chorus of aromatic spices. Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco in the traditional harira soup, a hearty and comforting dish that combines chickpeas, lentils, and vegetables in a rich tomato broth. And for a sweet ending, indulge in the delectable Moroccan almond cookies, where crispy pastry envelops a sweet and nutty almond filling, leaving a lasting impression of Moroccan hospitality.

These recipes, inspired by the vibrant streets of Morocco, are a testament to the country's rich culinary heritage. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary exploration, these recipes will guide you through the aromatic alleys of Morocco, leaving your taste buds tantalized and your heart yearning for more. So, gather your ingredients, embrace the spirit of Moroccan cuisine, and let the flavors of this enchanting land awaken your senses.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN-STYLE CARROT SALAD



Moroccan-Style Carrot Salad image

Simple, unique, and flavorful is what this Moroccan carrot salad is all about! Tender cooked carrots are tossed with fresh herbs and warm Moroccan spices like cumin and harissa, then dressed in lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil. The final touch, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds!

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

water
Kosher salt
2 lb carrots, peeled and cut into medallions
1 celery stalk, chopped
3/4 tsp harissa spice
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp sweet paprika
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 celery stick finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (mint or parsley would work as well)
1 to 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil (I used Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil)
3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook for about 20 minutes until nice and tender. Drain.
  • Transfer the cooked carrots immediately to a large mixing bowl. And while nice and warm, season with a dash kosher salt, and the spices (harissa spice, cumin, coriander and paprika.) Add minced garlic, celery, cilantro, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil.
  • If you like, add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Give the carrot salad a good toss to combine. Set the carrot salad aside for a bit before serving (it's best served at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Sugar 7.4 g, Sodium 114.6 mg, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



Moroccan Carrot Salad image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds large carrots, peeled
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon harissa
2 cloves garlic, smashed
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Toasted sesame seeds, for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and boil until tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool slightly, then slice into 1/2-inch coins.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil, harissa, garlic, lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Toss with the carrots to coat, then toss with the cilantro and parsley. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and serve warm or at room temp, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

SPINACH, GOAT CHEESE AND ROASTED CARROT SALAD



Spinach, Goat Cheese and Roasted Carrot Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch small to medium carrots with tops, trimmed and halved lengthwise
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, thinly sliced
6 cups baby spinach (about 4 ounces)
1 head red-leaf lettuce, torn into large pieces
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place a baking sheet in the oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Toss the carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a big pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Spread the carrots on the hot pan and bake until lightly browned and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toast the almonds in a small dry skillet over low heat, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
  • Whisk the vinegar, honey, mustard and shallot in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil until combined. Add the spinach, lettuce and almonds and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the salad and carrots to a platter. Top with the goat cheese and chives.

MOROCCAN CARROT AND SPINACH SALAD



Moroccan Carrot and Spinach Salad image

This lovely warm salad, with flavours reminiscent of Morocco, is the creation of celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Spinach

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 cups carrots, sliced on the bias
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups Baby Spinach
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Add the carrots, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
  • Cook the carrots until they just start softening.
  • In another saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Add the spinach and cook just until wilted.
  • Remove from the pan and chop roughly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked carrots, spinach, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar, cumin, garlic, orange juice, remaining lemon juice and remaining olive oil.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 221.2, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 1.5

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (10-ounce) packages pre-shredded carrots
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 cup golden raisins
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup, chopped cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch cayenne
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, diced cucumber and raisins. Set aside.
  • For the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, cilantro, spices, and honey. Slowly whisk in extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Pour dressing over carrot salad and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to allow flavors to meld.

MOROCCAN COOKED CARROT SALAD



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There are many versions of this cooked carrot salad throughout the Middle East and North Africa. This one, seasoned with lemon juice, cumin, garlic and olive oil, is always a crowd pleaser.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
3 to 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (to taste)
2 large garlic cloves, minced or pureed in a mortar and pestle with 1/4 teaspoon salt
Salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (to taste)
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Imported black olives
2 hard boiled eggs, cut in wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the carrots in a steamer above 1 inch of boiling water, cover and steam 5 to 8 minutes, until tender. Remove from the heat, rinse with cold water, and drain on paper towels.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet and add the garlic and cumin. Cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds, until the garlic smells fragrant, and stir in the carrots, pepper, and salt to taste. Stir together for a few minutes, until the carrots are nicely seasoned. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, remaining olive oil, and the parsley. Taste and adjust salt and lemon juice as desired. Transfer to a platter, and decorate with olives and hard-boiled eggs if desired. Serve at room temperature.

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



Moroccan Carrot Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 to 8 medium carrots, peeled and sliced in 1/4-inch rounds
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon honey
3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup mint leaves, washed and chopped

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in two cups water covered until just tender (approximately 6 minutes). In a medium sized bowl, mix cayenne, cumin, honey and lemon juice. Whisk in olive oil. Drain excess water (if any) and toss warm carrots with vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



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Shaved carrots spiced with coriander, cumin, cayenne and cinnamon are tossed with golden raisins and a light lemon dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds carrots
2 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons golden raisins (or chopped dried apricots)
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Large pinch of cayenne
Large pinch of cinnamon
Kosher salt
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots and shave them into ribbons with a vegetable peeler. Put in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice, oil, raisins, coriander, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon and 3/4 teaspoon salt and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA, CARROT & SPINACH SALAD



Moroccan Chickpea, Carrot & Spinach Salad image

This is from Sanitarium, love the sound of it but I would minus the raisins, I don't really do fruit in a savoury dish.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Onions

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons ground cumin
400 g chickpeas, drained & rinsed
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup orange juice
1/3 cup currants
2 carrots, coarsely grated
3 green onions, sliced diagonally
100 g baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup coriander leaves, chopped
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons toasted salad seeds (sesame & sunflower)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frypan over medium heat, add cumin, chickpeas and garlic, cook stirring often, for 3 minutes Remove from heat.
  • Combine orange juice and currants in a tea cup. Microwave for 1 min until hot, drain & reserve orange juice.
  • Combine currants, chickpea micture, carrots, green onions, spinach & coriander in a large bowl.
  • To make dressing: Combine tahini & reserved orange juice, season to taste, whisk to combine & drizzle over salad.
  • Toss salad through to coat in dressing and sprinkle with seeds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 359.9, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 12.5, Protein 10.2

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-shredded carrots and spinach.
  • To add a bit of sweetness, use dried cranberries or raisins.
  • For a more savory salad, add crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese.
  • If you don't have cumin or coriander, you can substitute curry powder.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This Moroccan carrot and spinach salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The combination of sweet carrots, bitter spinach, and aromatic spices creates a complex and flavorful salad that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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