An Exciting Fusion of Carrots, Zucchini, and Exotic Spices
Discover a new favorite with this Carrot Salad with a Twist, where traditional salad ingredients meet a burst of exotic flavors. This salad brings together the sweetness of carrots and zucchini with the crunch of almonds and the tang of pomegranate seeds. The dressing, rich in lemon juice, cumin, and paprika, adds a spicy kick that elevates the salad to a whole new level. It's not just a salad; it's a colorful tapestry of tastes and textures, perfect for those who love to add a little spice to their life.
Prep Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 7 min
Type
Salad
Servings
2
Total Time
23 Minutes
Ingredients
- 200 g carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 200 g zucchini, thinly sliced
- 20 ml olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 30 g fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 30 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 20 g almonds, toasted and chopped
- 10 g raisins
- 10 g sesame seeds, toasted
- 10 g pomegranate seeds
- For the dressing;
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 g ground cumin
- 3 g ground paprika
- 3 g salt and pepper
Preparation
- In a skillet, heat 20 ml of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced carrots and zucchini to the skillet.
- Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let them cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed carrots and zucchini with finely chopped fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, toasted and chopped almonds, raisins, sesame seeds, and pomegranate seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until the sautéed carrot and zucchini salad is well coated with the dressing. Serve.
- Enjoy!
This Carrot Salad with a Twist is ideal for those looking for a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that's both healthy and indulgent.
