Spice-up-Your-Life Carrot Salad
This fresh grated carrot salad is a vibrant, tangy, and refreshing side dish or snack that has a welcome little kick thanks to the spices!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup golden raisins
- 1 x 15 oz jar chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 fresh lemon, zest and juice
- 1 lb rainbow carrots
- 2 Tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 fresh garlic clove, pressed
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Place the raisins, lemon zest, lemon juice and chickpeas in a large bowl and stir to combine.
- Using a food processor or hand grater, shred your carrots then place them in the bowl.
- Add in all of your remaining ingredients: olive oil, garlic, seasonings, and parsley.
- Taste test, then add more of anything you like to fit your taste preference.
- Stir well to combine and serve immediately, or cover and allow to sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Will stay fresh in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal, Carbohydrates: 49g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Sodium: 89mg, Potassium: 776mg, Fiber: 12g, Sugar: 16g, Vitamin A: 19290IU, Vitamin C: 17mg, Calcium: 106mg, Iron: 4mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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