Best 7 Moroccan Orange Blossom Scented Carrot Salad Recipes

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In the realm of Moroccan cuisine, the Moroccan Orange Blossom Scented Carrot Salad stands as a testament to the delicate balance between sweet and savory flavors. This captivating salad embodies the essence of Moroccan culinary heritage, where the aromatic allure of orange blossoms harmonizes with the earthy sweetness of carrots, resulting in a symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned cook seeking to expand your culinary horizons or a novice eager to embark on a journey into the world of Moroccan cuisine, this recipe will guide you in creating a dish that is both visually appealing and bursting with vibrant flavors.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN CARROT AND ORANGE SALAD



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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

Categories     Dessert     Salad

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium carrots, (peeled and finely grated (about 1.5 cups))
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, (or more to taste)
1 navel orange (optional) (peeled and chopped or cut into wedges)
1 tsp orange blossom water
1 pinch salt
1 tsp sugar ((if the oranges and carrots are not very sweet))
1 tsp lemon juice ((if the oranges are too sweet))
1 pinch ground cinnamon

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 SALAD



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Cumin and cayenne give this bright orange salad its bite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup shelled pistachios
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into 2-inch pieces (halve pieces again if thick)
1/4 cup raisins
3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
2 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet; toast in oven until fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool; coarsely chop.
  • In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook carrots until crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes, adding raisins during last minute of cooking. Drain in a colander; rinse under cold water until cool.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, and cayenne; season with salt and pepper. Whisking constantly, slowly add olive oil.
  • Add carrots, pistachios, and cilantro to dressing; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 4 g

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



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Make and share this Moroccan Carrot Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb carrot, peeled and coarsley grated
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.2, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 96, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 1.4

MOROCCAN CARROT-BLOOD ORANGE SALAD



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Here, blood orange segments are tossed into a salad of roasted carrots, salty olives and freshly ground spices - a refreshing, satisfying and stunning dish with sunset colors.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound carrots (about 8 medium), peeled and trimmed
1 teaspoon whole cumin seed
1 teaspoon whole coriander seed
1 teaspoon whole fennel seed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt, more to taste
Large pinch cayenne
4 medium blood oranges
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, more to taste
2 cups baby arugula
1/4 cup pitted, oil-cured olives, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Quarter the carrots lengthwise and cut each length crosswise into 2-inch chunks. With a mortar and pestle or using the side of a knife, lightly crush the cumin, coriander and fennel. Spread carrots on a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons oil, crushed spices, 3/4 teaspoon salt and cayenne. Transfer to oven and roast, tossing occasionally, until carrots are tender and caramelized, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, grate zest of 1 orange into a small bowl. Whisk in garlic, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice. Whisk in 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Slice the tops and bottoms from each orange. Stand each orange on a flat surface and slice away the rind and pith, top to bottom, following curve of the fruit. Hold oranges over a large bowl and slice away fruit between the membranes, releasing segments into the bowl.
  • Toss carrots, arugula and olives into the bowl. Gently toss in dressing. Taste and add more salt and lemon juice if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 245, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 607 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams

MOROCCAN ORANGE-BLOSSOM SCENTED CARROT SALAD



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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

1/2 garlic clove, mashed into paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice (or 1 packet of True Lemon)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon orange blossom water, divided
1 lb carrot, scraped and cut diagonally into 1/8-inch thick slices (approx. 4 cups sliced carrots)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

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 DATE, ORANGE AND CARROT SALAD



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From the cookbook Mediterranean Food of the Sun. I ordered orange blossom water from Amazon and then saw a recipe here recipe #110957.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head bibb lettuce
2 carrots, finely grated
4 ounces fresh figs, pitted and cut into eights lengthwise
1/4 cup toasted whole almond, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon orange flower water

Steps:

  • Separate the lettuce leaves and arrange them on individual serving plates. Place a small mound of the grated carrots on top.
  • Peel and segment the oranges and arrange them around the carrots.
  • Place the dates on top and then sprinkle with the almonds.
  • Combine the lemon juice, sugar, salt and orange flower water and sprinkle on the salad.
  • Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.4, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 168.9, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 8, Protein 3

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD



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Make and share this Moroccan Carrot Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Caryn Gale

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 carrots, grated
1 dash olive oil, to coat the carrots
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon sugar
chopped fresh parsley
1 dash lemon juice

Steps:

  • Grate carrots.
  • Drizzle carrots with olive oil to coat.
  • Sprinkle with cumin and sugar and toss.
  • Add chopped fresh parsley and a sprinkle of lemon juice before you serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.8, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 26.3, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 0.4

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, organic carrots.
  • If you don't have orange blossom water, you can substitute rose water or almond extract.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, bring the salad to room temperature and toss with the orange blossom water.
  • This salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish, or it can be served as a light lunch or snack.

Conclusion:

Moroccan Orange Blossom Scented Carrot Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet carrots, tangy orange blossom water, and crunchy almonds makes this salad a delightful treat. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a main course, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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