Moroccan Carrot Salad

Spiced Moroccan carrot salad is a bright and fresh addition to any lunch or dinner table.

Serves: 4-6, made a day ahead to enjoy a depth of flavour

Prep Time: 10 min

Cooking Time: 0 min

Total:  10 min

Ingredients

5 cups shredded carrot
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup dried cherries or raisins
3-4 sprigs fresh mint, finely chopped
1/4 cup almond slivers, toasted

Dressing
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. dried coriander
1/4 tsp. allspice
1/8 tsp. ground clove
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
1 large lemon, juiced
1 tbsp. honey or agave

Directions

1. In a large bowl, toss carrots, coconut, dried cherries, mint and toasted almond.
2. In a small bowl combine all the spices. Add honey and stir together to form a paste. Add lemon juice and whisk until combined.
3. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Taste and add salt and pepper if necessary.
4. Refrigerate until serving.