Spiced Carrot Salad Recipe

Name: Spiced Carrot Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh carrots (about 12); 1 large garlic clove, peeled but left whole; Salt to taste; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 cup olive oil; Chopped parsley for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Trim and scrape the carrots, and place them in a saucepan.
2
Cover the carrots with water, and add the garlic and salt.
3
Bring to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes.
4
Drain.
5
Then, cut the carrots into 1/2-inch rounds (there should be about 2 1/2 cups).
6
In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, cinnamon, cumin, paprika and cayenne.
7
Blend well.
8
Add the carrots and half the oil.
9
Stir well.
10
Spoon out individual portions, and sprinkle the remaining oil over them evenly.
11
Garnish with parsley, and serve.

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh carrots (about 12), 1 large garlic clove, peeled but left whole, Salt to taste, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Spiced Carrot Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spiced Carrot Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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