Spicy Carrot Salad

Name: Spicy Carrot Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 1 lb carrots, sliced; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp harissa paste; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Tender sliced carrots tossed in a warm harissa, garlic, and cumin dressing, finished with fresh lemon juice and cilantro.

22 minEasyServes 495 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb carrots, sliced
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp harissa paste
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Place 1 lb sliced carrots in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil.
2

Simmer for 8 minutes until tender-crisp, then drain completely.
3

Heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4

Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp harissa paste, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp salt, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
5

Stir in the drained 1 lb sliced carrots and cook for 2 minutes to absorb flavors.
6

Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.

Questions

How long does Spicy Carrot Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Spicy Carrot Salad?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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