Best 4 Orange Blossom Carrot Salad Recipes

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Orange blossom carrot salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet carrots, tangy orange blossom water, and crunchy nuts creates a salad that is both delicious and visually appealing. This easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just a few minutes and is a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to your meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN ORANGE-BLOSSOM SCENTED CARROT SALAD



Moroccan Orange-Blossom Scented Carrot Salad image

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.

ORANGE BLOSSOM MINTED CARROT RAISIN SALAD



Orange Blossom Minted Carrot Raisin Salad image

I love traditional carrot raisin salad ... but I always hated that some people use WAY too much mayo. You could hardly taste the carrots which were the main ingredient. So I found this a few years ago, and it has become my favorite, especially since I live in FL, it has great orange flavor. This is originally a Whole Foods Recipe, but it has been passed around quite a bit, so there have been some changes; however, I can't claim any rights to this - but it is such a light refreshing recipe. Take advantage of those pre-shredded carrots from the produce section, I definitely do (but you can always shred your own, especially if you grow them in your garden). A few grocery store items and you are set. As there is no mayo in this dish, it makes a great BBQ dish or potluck salad because it travels well. I always garnish with a couple of orange slices to remind people of what the main flavor is. And ... Orange Blossom Water? ... What do I use it in? Why bother buying a whole bottle? Well, I originally bought it for this salad, but I have used it over seafood, in teas (warm and cold), rice, and drizzled over grilled vegetables which is great. It can be purchased online, at Whole Foods and many other Health Food Markets, also any Asian Markets. It is a great addition to your condiment collection.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 Side servings, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb carrot, shredded (usually 1 bag of shredded carrots)
1/4 cup cran raisins
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup pecans, rough chopped (add more nuts if you like)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 orange (1 tablespoon zested, then 1/2 juiced, and the other 1/2 sliced as a garnish)
3 tablespoons orange blossom water (no substitute)
2 tablespoons orange blossom honey
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped (more or less to taste)
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Dressing -- Mix all the ingredients (except the mint) in a small bowl or measuring cup. Mix well to combine. Set half of the orange that you sliced as a garnish off to the side.
  • Salad -- In a medium bowl, add the carrots and both raisins and mix well to combine. Toss with 1/2 of the dressing and check for seasoning (salt and pepper). Add a bit more of the dressing, but save a little to add right before you serve. Cover well with saran wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve -- Before serving, toss well, and add in the pecans, mint and the reserved dressing if necessary. I like to plate and garnish with some of the orange slices. ENJOY!

MOROCCAN CARROT SALAD WITH ORANGE BLOSSOM WATER VEGAN



Moroccan Carrot Salad With Orange Blossom Water Vegan image

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

1 1/3 lbs carrots
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons orange blossom water
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper
chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (to garnish)
chopped fresh cilantro (to garnish)

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.

ORANGE BLOSSOM CARROT SALAD



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This carrot salad is representing the Middle East for ZWT 6. Orange flower water is distilled from bitter orange blossoms and is used to flavor drinks, salads, and desserts. Chef Evie Lieb adapted the recipe from The New Book of Middle Eastern Food.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb carrot, peeled and coarsely grated (with small cores)
1/2 cup golden raisins or 1/2 cup crimson raisins
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons freshly juiced lemon juice
2 teaspoons freshly juiced lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange flower water
2 teaspoons orange flower water
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (to taste)
salt and pepper, lightly sprinkled to taste
chopped of fresh mint (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients except mint. Chill in refrigerator several hours or overnight. Serve garnished with slivers of mint leaves.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh oranges and carrots.
  • If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use 1/2 cup of orange juice concentrate diluted with 1/2 cup of water.
  • You can add other ingredients to this salad, such as raisins, chopped nuts, or crumbled cheese.
  • If you're making this salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until just before serving.

Conclusion:

This orange blossom carrot salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad to serve, give this one a try.

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