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Moroccan Lentil Carrot Salad (Vegan)

Moroccan Lentil Carrot Salad (Vegan)

A vibrant Moroccan Lentil Carrot Salad with mint, raisins, and a spiced dressing, perfect for a light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Moroccan
Servings 5 servings
Calories 567 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

SALAD

  • 3 cups cooked French green lentils from 1 cup dry lentils
  • 4 cups peeled and grated carrots from 8 medium carrots or 2 cups grated carrots and 2 cups shredded kale
  • 3 celery ribs diced
  • 0.5 medium red onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup raisins or currants
  • 0.5 cup toasted walnuts, pepitas, or sunflower seeds
  • 0.33 cup pitted Kalamata olives sliced (optional, but recommended)
  • chopped kale large handful (optional)

DRESSING

  • 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice plus more to taste
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 0.75 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • 2 garlic cloves minced garlic

Instructions
 

  • Combine the cooked lentils, shredded carrots, red onion, celery, mint, raisins, nuts or seeds, olives, and kale (if using) in a large bowl.
  • Combine the dressing ingredients in a bowl or jar and whisk or secure the lid and shake to combine.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Taste and add more lemon juice, if desired.
  • Serve! Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for several days.

Notes

If you don’t like mint, use parsley, cilantro, or basil instead. Freshly toasted nuts and seeds are tastiest and healthiest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 567kcalCarbohydrates: 71.8gProtein: 19.4gFat: 26.1gSaturated Fat: 3.4gSodium: 710mgFiber: 20.7gSugar: 25.1g
Keyword Carrot Salad, healthy salad, Lentil Salad, Moroccan Lentil Carrot Salad, quick salad, vegan salad
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