Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful journey to Morocco through this enticing pasta salad recipe. This vibrant dish artfully combines the flavors of succulent chicken, tender pasta, and an array of colorful vegetables, creating a symphony of textures and tastes. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this delectable Moroccan pasta salad, featuring a flavorful blend of spices, aromatic herbs, and a zesty dressing that brings it all together. Along the way, discover variations of this versatile salad, including a vegetarian option for those seeking a meatless delight. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Morocco with every bite.
**Additional Recipes in the Article:**
1. **Moroccan Chicken Tagine:** Experience the authentic flavors of Morocco with this classic chicken tagine. Tender chicken is slow-cooked in a fragrant blend of spices, aromatic vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Served over fluffy couscous, this dish is a true celebration of Moroccan cuisine.
2. **Moroccan Carrot Salad:** Delight in the simplicity and freshness of this Moroccan carrot salad. Shredded carrots are tossed with a tangy dressing made from lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and coriander. This vibrant salad is a refreshing accompaniment to any meal or as a light and healthy snack.
3. **Moroccan Meatballs:** Savor the succulent flavors of these Moroccan meatballs, also known as kefta. Ground beef or lamb is combined with a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and breadcrumbs, then grilled or pan-fried to perfection. Serve these meatballs as an appetizer or main course, accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce or a bed of fragrant rice.
4. **Moroccan Lentil Soup:** Indulge in the warmth and nourishment of this Moroccan lentil soup. Lentils are simmered in a flavorful broth with a variety of vegetables, spices, and herbs. This hearty and comforting soup is a perfect meal for a chilly day or a satisfying lunch or dinner option.
MOROCCAN PASTA SALAD WITH CHICKEN
This is a simple Moroccan spiced pasta salad. Sometimes I use frozen peas & add them to the pasta while it is boiling.
Provided by FDADELKARIM
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix the olive oil, mayo, & spices together in a small bowl.
- Mix the other ingredients together in a large bowl. Then stir the mayo mixture in with the pasta.
- Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.4, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 168.2, Sodium 332.9, Carbohydrate 71.6, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 6.9, Protein 27.2
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
This easy Moroccan couscous recipe with raisins and pinenuts is a fast, flavorful, versatile side dish to serve with chicken or lamb.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pine nuts in a single layer on an ungreased, rimmed baking sheet. Toast in the oven until fragrant and lightly golden, 5 to 7 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Keep an eye on them and DO NOT WALK AWAY during the last few minutes to make sure those precious pine nuts do not burn. Immediately transfer them to a bowl to stop their cooking and to make sure the hot pan doesn't burn them once they are out of the oven.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook for 3 minutes, until they begin to soften. Add the salt, pepper, and cumin and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in the broth. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a boil. As soon as the liquid begins to boil, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the couscous, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- With a fork, fluff up the couscous. Add the raisins, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and toasted pine nuts to the pot, then stir the ingredients together to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Enjoy hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 6), Calories 272 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g
MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD
Just as a little saffron, garlic and paprika can conjure the flavors of Spain, so too will preserved lemons, cumin, mint and olives evoke Morocco. This salad and the accompanying couscous can be doubled or tripled to anchor a generous buffet. Both can be assembled a couple of hours in advance and set aside on a kitchen counter. Serve them at room temperature.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine cumin, paprika and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl, and lightly coat chicken with spices. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a sauté pan. Sear chicken on medium-high about 90 seconds on the "skin" side, turn, add wine, reduce heat to very low, cover and braise 25 minutes. Remove chicken and juices to a clean bowl.
- Add bell pepper and onion to the pan and sauté on low about 10 minutes, until softened. Add zucchini and olives and sauté until zucchini starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in harissa, lemon juice, honey and 3 tablespoons olive oil. Remove from heat.
- Using your fingers and a paring knife, remove chicken from the bones and tear meat in strips. Place chicken and juices in a bowl, along with vegetable mixture from the sauté pan and preserved lemon peel. Toss ingredients together and set aside.
- Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in a 2-quart saucepan. Add couscous and remaining salt and stir over low heat 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in 1 1/4 cups boiling water, stir, cover and set aside 15 minutes. Uncover, fluff couscous with a fork, stir over low heat a few minutes to dry it, then fold in half the mint. Transfer chicken to a serving platter, scatter with remaining mint and serve with couscous in a bowl alongside, all at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 879, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 948 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Toss the parsnips and turnips in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon ras el hanout, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and add the lemon halves cut-side up. Broil until the vegetables are lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Toss the chickpeas in the same large bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil and the remaining 1 teaspoon ras el hanout. Add to the baking sheet with the other vegetables and stir. Broil until tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
- Squeeze the juice from the broiled lemon into a large bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Add the chicken, dried apricots, olives and almonds and toss to coat. Add the broiled vegetables and chickpeas and arugula-spinach blend; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Fat 44 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 31 milligrams, Sodium 964 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 16 grams
MOROCCAN CHICKEN ONE-POT
You don't need a clay pot to whip up a fragrant, North Africa tagine - throw it all in a casserole dish and top with feta, mint and lemon.
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a flameproof dish, then brown the chicken on all sides. Remove the chicken to a plate.
- Whizz 1 chopped onion, 100g tomatoes, 100g chopped ginger and 3 garlic cloves into a rough paste.
- Fry 1 sliced onion in 1 tbsp olive oil in the dish until softened, then add 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tbsp coriander and 1 tbsp cinnamon and fry for 1 min more until fragrant. Add the paste and fry for another few mins to soften.
- Return the chicken to the dish with 1 large butternut squash, cut into big chunks, 600ml chicken stock, 2 tbsp brown sugar and 2 tbsp red wine vinegar.
- Bring to a simmer, then cook for 30 mins until the chicken is cooked through.
- Lift the chicken out and stir in 100g dried cherries, then continue simmering the sauce to thicken while you shred the chicken into bite-sized chunks. Stir the chicken back into the sauce and season.
- Mix 1 finely chopped small red onion, the zest of 1 lemon, a handful of mint leaves and 100g crumbled feta cheese. Scatter over the dish, then serve with couscous and natural yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 39 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 24 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 27 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
MOROCCAN STYLE PASTA SALAD
Recipe I found on Moroccan Food on About.com. It states that you can add a variety of vegetables (your choice), so would I add carrots, celery along with the suggested bell pepper as my choices. Here is what is stated about the recipe: "This antipasto-style pasta salad gets a Moroccan twist with ingredients common in Morocco - cured meat, olives, Edam cheese, and veggies - and an easy cooked vinaigrette that takes just minutes to prepare. Use my suggestions below, or personalize the salad with up to 3 1/2 cups of your own additions such as marinated artichokes, pimientos, black olives, mushrooms, cooked baby carrots or cauliflower or broccoli florets. Allow chilling time before serving. The tri-colored pasta salad is intended as a side dish, but you may find yourself eating enough of it to make it your main course!"
Provided by diner524
Categories Moroccan
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the pasta al dente according to the package directions. Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water, and leave it to cool and drain completely in a colander.
- While the pasta is cooking, make the dressing. Place the vinaigrette's ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the dressing for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the partially crushed garlic cloves and set the dressing aside to cool.
- Transfer the cooled pasta to a large bowl and add the salami, cheese, olives, peppers and corn (or add your own ingredients - up to 3 1/2 cups). Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and stir gently to mix. Cover, and leave the pasta salad to marinate in the fridge for several hours or overnight.
- Stir the salad and check for seasoning, before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.7, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 20.2, Sodium 750.4, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4, Protein 11.7
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling around while you're cooking.
- Cook the Pasta Properly: Follow the package instructions for cooking the pasta. Undercooked pasta will be hard and unpleasant to eat, while overcooked pasta will be mushy and bland.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: When cooking the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more difficult to get a nice sear.
- Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro and parsley, add a ton of flavor to this dish. If you can, use fresh herbs whenever possible.
- Taste and Adjust Seasoning: As you're making the dressing, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
- Chill the Salad Before Serving: This salad is best served cold, so make sure you chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This Moroccan pasta salad with chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new pasta salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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