Moroccan Carrot and Spinach Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Moroccan Carrot and Spinach Salad, a delightful blend of fresh, earthy, and sweet flavors inspired by North African cuisine. Tender spinach leaves pair harmoniously with crisp, grated carrots, while plump raisins and toasted almonds add contrasting textures. The homemade Moroccan-inspired dressing—infused with aromatic cumin, warm cinnamon, smoky paprika, and bright lemon juice—ties it all together, balancing the natural sweetness of honey with a subtle kick of spice. Garnished with fresh parsley and ready in under 25 minutes, this quick and healthy side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. Whether served fresh or slightly chilled, it’s a feast for the senses and a boost of wholesome nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup toasted almonds
• 0.25 cup raisins

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Set aside.

Step 2

Wash and dry the fresh spinach leaves. Tear them into bite-sized pieces if they are large.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the almonds for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and aromatic. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, spinach, raisins, and parsley.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine and coat the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with toasted almonds.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill for 15–20 minutes in the refrigerator before serving for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	560.9 grams (560.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	888

Total Fat 57.60g	74%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1476mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 90.10g	33%
Dietary Fiber 17.40g	62%
Total Sugars 57.80g
Protein 13.70g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 353mg	27%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1528mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 38.6%