Carrot Salad Ala' Abdella

Submitted by ForeverMama

"Morroccan inspired salad that is very tasty. The natural sweetness of the carrots blend really well with the other ingredients. Note that 2 hours refrigeration time is included in the Prep. Time."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 25mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 lbs carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 garlic cloves
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, juice of
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 small pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 1 cup dates, chopped

directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the carrots and garlic. Add water to cover by 1 - 2 inches.
2. Bring to a simmer and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the carrots to a bowl.
3. Cook the cooking liquid over medium heat to reduce to a 1/2 cup.
4. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and the lemon juice. Pour the mixture over the carrots.
5. Add the cumin, cayenne, cilantro, and parsley. Set aside.
6. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
7. Add the dates and cook until the dates are softened. Toss the onion mixture with the carrots. Let cool.
8. Cover and refrigerate for 1 - 2 hours.