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Spicy Carrot Salad

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. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

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

  4. 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. 5

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

  6. 6

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

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Questions

Is there a substitute for harissa in Spicy Carrot Salad?

The entry for Spicy Carrot Salad calls for 2 tsp harissa paste. In its place: Mix a chili paste such as sambal oelek or sriracha with a pinch each of ground cumin, coriander and caraway, plus a little olive oil.

How hot is Spicy Carrot Salad?

Moderately. The heat in Spicy Carrot Salad comes from 2 tsp harissa paste. For a milder plate, start with half the harissa and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Spicy Carrot Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Spicy Carrot Salad carries 10 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 50 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 10 percent.

How many carbs are in Spicy Carrot Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 10 g of carbohydrate in about 95 calories, with 1 g protein and 6 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 340 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Spicy Carrot Salad?

The base of Spicy Carrot Salad is carrots, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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