Moroccan salad with carrots and oranges
4 servings
45 minutes
Moroccan salad with carrots and oranges is a vibrant and aromatic dish that embodies the rich traditions of Moroccan cuisine. Its roots trace back to ancient Arab and Berber recipes that combine fresh vegetables, dried fruits, and spices. Crunchy carrots harmonize with the juicy flesh of oranges, while sweet raisins add a subtle caramel note. Pine nuts contribute a nutty richness, and mint adds refreshing lightness. The dressing made from lemon juice, honey, and olive oil balances the flavor with a slight tanginess and gentle sweetness. This salad is perfect as a light summer dish or a side for Eastern meals, delighting not only in taste but also in its colorful palette.
1
Soak the raisins for 30 minutes. Slice the carrots.
- Golden raisins: 150 g
- Carrot: 5 piece
2
We peel the orange and cut out the pulp. We add raisins.
- Oranges: 3 pieces
- Golden raisins: 150 g
3
Roast the pine nuts and add them to the salad.
- Pine nuts: 100 g
4
We tear mint leaves. Add cumin and salt. Squeeze lemon juice, add honey and olive oil.
- Mint: to taste
- Ground cumin: 0.5 teaspoon
- Sea salt: to taste
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Honey: 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil: 25 ml
5
Mix and place on a plate.
