MOROCCAN ORANGE-BLOSSOM SCENTED CARROT SALAD

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LIght Moroccan meal starter, untried by me. Note that cooking time includes chilling time. Adapted from "It's All American Food" by David Rosengarten. Posted for ZWT NA*ME

Provided by Muffin Goddess

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 garlic clove, mashed into paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice (or 1 packet of True Lemon)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon orange blossom water, divided
1 lb carrot, scraped and cut diagonally into 1/8-inch thick slices (approx. 4 cups sliced carrots)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat.
  • While you're waiting for your water to boil, Stir together 1 tsp of the orange blossom water and all other ingredients except for the carrots and parsley in a medium mixing bowl. Set dressing mixture aside.
  • Once your water is at a full rolling boil, add the carrots and cook until tender but still a bit crisp (I'm guessing about 10 minutes for this, because the carrots are so thin, but you'll have to check them as they cook so you don't end up with mushy carrots). When the carrots are done to your liking, drain them and add them to the dressing bowl, tossing to coat thoroughly. At this point, if you can fit the mixing bowl in your freezer, do so. If, like me, you can't even fit a cereal bowl in your freezer, dump the dressed carrots into a large freezer bag and seal tightly (don't want your freezer smelling like Moroccan dressing, even if it does contain orange blossom water!), and place in the freezer.
  • Allow the mixture to chill for about 15 to 20 minutes, tossing once or twice. Remove from the freezer and pour into a serving bowl if using a freezer bag.
  • Toss mixture once more with the remaining orange blossom water. Salt to taste, if desired (if you salted your water enough for the carrots, you may not need any additional salt).
  • Serve either slightly chilled or at room temp, sprinkled with the parsley.

Md Abu Sayim Sayed
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The salad was okay, but I found it to be a bit too sweet. I think I would have preferred a more savory version.


Aayusha khatri
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover carrots.


Nkosazana Sphesihle
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then serve it for lunch or dinner the next day. The flavors meld together even better after the salad has had a chance to sit for a while. I also love that this salad is so v


Chloe Taylor
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The salad was good, but I think I would have preferred a different type of dressing. The orange blossom water was a bit too strong for my taste.


Iwuoha Chibuike
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!


Mtengera Hamida
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of carrots, orange blossom water, and spices is so unique and delicious. The salad is also very easy to make, which is a bonus. I will defin


Tinker Gnomad
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The salad was a bit too crunchy for my taste. I think I would have preferred the carrots to be cooked a little bit longer.


Sahil Mcpe
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This salad is a great way to add some color and flavor to your meals.


Jad
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I love making this salad for potlucks and parties. It's always a hit! The combination of flavors and textures is so unique and delicious. I also love that it's a healthy and refreshing side dish. I highly recommend trying this salad!


Abubakar Nana Firdausi
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The salad was okay, but I found it to be a bit bland. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful dressing.


Amir Shahhoseini
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover carrots. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Fresh Bin
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. I'm not a huge fan of carrots, but the orange blossom water and spices really elevated the flavor. The salad was also very easy to make, which is a bonus. I will definitely be making this a


kenny west
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The salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more savory version.


Xamze Mahad
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of sweet and savory.


Lachhab Hajar
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I love the unique flavor combination of this salad. The carrots are perfectly cooked and the orange blossom water adds a lovely floral note. The spices are well-balanced and create a warm and inviting aroma. I served this salad with grilled chicken a


trostruky
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The salad was good, but I found the orange blossom water to be a bit too overpowering. I think I would have preferred a more subtle floral flavor.


Hamraz Hamraz
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Delicious and easy to make! Will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of side dishes.


queet girl
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This Moroccan carrot salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The carrots are perfectly cooked, maintaining a slight crunch, while the orange blossom water adds a subtle floral note. The combination of spices, including cumin, coriander,