Moroccan Carrot Chickpea Salad

Bright, zesty, and packed with bold, aromatic spices, this Moroccan Carrot Chickpea Salad is a showstopper side dish or light meal that will transport your taste buds to North Africa. Featuring a medley of freshly grated carrots, nutrient-rich chickpeas, and a vibrant mix of herbs like cilantro and parsley, this salad is bursting with flavor and texture. Sweet raisins, smoky paprika, and warm spices like cumin and cinnamon elevate the dish, while a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing ties everything together. Finished with a crunch of toasted slivered almonds, this salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare in just 25 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or healthy lunches, this satisfying vegan and gluten-free recipe is proof that simple ingredients and Moroccan-inspired seasonings can create a truly unforgettable dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Carrots
• 1 cup Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 0.25 cup Parsley
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds (toasted)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots and drained chickpeas.

Step 3

Finely chop the cilantro and parsley, and dice the red onion. Add these to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Add the raisins to the mixture for a touch of sweetness.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the carrot and chickpea mixture. Toss well to evenly coat all the ingredients with the dressing.

Step 7

Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, and then add them to the salad.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately or let the salad sit in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	690.9 grams (690.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1094

Total Fat 63.10g	81%
Saturated Fat 8.30g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1820mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 120.00g	44%
Dietary Fiber 28.20g	101%
Total Sugars 50.40g
Protein 26.00g	52%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373mg	29%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2268mg	48%

*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: 49.3%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 41.7%