Mediterranean Carrot Salad
Mediterranean Carrot Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines fresh carrots, protein-packed green lentils, and aromatic spices for an explosion of flavor. This quick and easy salad is perfect as a light lunch or a colorful side dish at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 medium carrots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup green lentils
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Rinse the green lentils under cold water. In a pot, combine the lentils with 3 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes until tender. Drain excess water if needed.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Peel the carrots and cut them into thin matchsticks or grate them using a box grater. Combine the sautéed garlic with the carrots in a mixing bowl.
- Add cooked lentils, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the carrot mixture. Toss gently until well combined.
- Fold in toasted almonds and fresh mint leaves just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg