The vibrant, refreshing, and subtly sweet Moroccan carrot salad with orange blossom water, also known as Salatet Jazar bil Ma Zahar, is a delectable vegan dish that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine. This salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, characterized by the combination of crunchy carrots, aromatic orange blossom water, and a medley of spices. Whether you're seeking a delightful side dish, a light lunch option, or a healthy snack, this Moroccan carrot salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Morocco. With its ease of preparation and burst of flavors, this recipe is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOROCCAN CARROT AND ORANGE SALAD
Moroccan Carrot and Orange Salad can be served as part of the fresh salads served at lunch time around a main dish. It can also be served for dessert and in this case the addition of some orange wedges and a generous pinch of cinnamon will be very appreciated. Always serve this salad cold.
Provided by Nada Kiffa | Taste of Maroc
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients. Place in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Serve cold. Garnish if desired with extra cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 103 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MOROCCAN CARROT AND ORANGE SALAD
Steps:
- Add the salad ingredients to a medium bowl.
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a small jar and shake well.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 68 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 14 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MOROCCAN RAW CARROT SALAD
Carrot salads are a relatively new dish, especially raw ones. Until well into the twentieth century, most Europeans ate only cooked carrots, primarily in stews and soups. In the Middle East, people also used them as a component of cooked dishes, but sometimes added grated or minced raw carrots as a minor ingredient to various salads.
Provided by Gil Marks
Categories Salad Vegetable Appetizer Side No-Cook Quick & Easy Carrot Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 5 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days to allow the flavors to meld and permeate the carrots. Served chilled or at room temperature.
- VARIATIONS
- Moroccan Cooked Carrot Salad (Shlata Chizo Metbucha): o not grate the carrots, but cut them on a diagonal into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cook in gently boiling water until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again. Toss with the dressing as above. **Moroccan Carrot-Orange Salad (Shlata Chizo):**Omit the cumin and add 1 1/2 teaspoons orange blossom water or 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh spearmint, and, if desired, 1 tablespoon sugar or honey. **Turkish Carrot Salad with Yogurt (Havuc Salatasi):**Substitute 1 cup plain yogurt for the lemon juice.
MOROCCAN ORANGE-BLOSSOM SCENTED CARROT SALAD
LIght Moroccan meal starter, untried by me. Note that cooking time includes chilling time. Adapted from "It's All American Food" by David Rosengarten. Posted for ZWT NA*ME
Provided by Muffin Goddess
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat.
- While you're waiting for your water to boil, Stir together 1 tsp of the orange blossom water and all other ingredients except for the carrots and parsley in a medium mixing bowl. Set dressing mixture aside.
- Once your water is at a full rolling boil, add the carrots and cook until tender but still a bit crisp (I'm guessing about 10 minutes for this, because the carrots are so thin, but you'll have to check them as they cook so you don't end up with mushy carrots). When the carrots are done to your liking, drain them and add them to the dressing bowl, tossing to coat thoroughly. At this point, if you can fit the mixing bowl in your freezer, do so. If, like me, you can't even fit a cereal bowl in your freezer, dump the dressed carrots into a large freezer bag and seal tightly (don't want your freezer smelling like Moroccan dressing, even if it does contain orange blossom water!), and place in the freezer.
- Allow the mixture to chill for about 15 to 20 minutes, tossing once or twice. Remove from the freezer and pour into a serving bowl if using a freezer bag.
- Toss mixture once more with the remaining orange blossom water. Salt to taste, if desired (if you salted your water enough for the carrots, you may not need any additional salt).
- Serve either slightly chilled or at room temp, sprinkled with the parsley.
MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD WITH ORANGE BLOSSOM WATER VEGAN
The orange blossom water gives this salad a delightfully unusual scent and taste. I really loved it and I'll definitely be making this again. (You can purchase orange blossom water at your local Indian or Middle Eastern grocer.)
Provided by bliss336
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel the carrots and cut them in half and lengthwise.
- Put them in a pot with just enough water to cover them, 1/2 the garlic, and the sugar.
- Boil until just tender. Drain.
- While the carrots are boiling, mix together the olive oil, orange blossom water, remaining garlic, and pepper.
- Return the carrots to the pot with this mixture and sauté over low heat for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
- Remove from heat, put in a serving dish, and mix with the chopped parsley and cilantro.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, organic carrots.
- If you don't have orange blossom water, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of orange zest and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.
- Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro, parsley, or mint.
Conclusion:
This Moroccan carrot salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try.
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