Spicy Moroccan Carrot & Chickpea Salad

🧡 Story

This Spicy Moroccan Carrot & Chickpea Salad is bursting with color and flavour. It contains tender carrots, chickpeas loaded with protein, and spicy Moroccan spices — all tossed in a cool lemon dressing. Serve hot or cold as a light starter or side dish.

• Ingredients :
• 🥗 Salad Ingredients:
• 3 large carrots, grated or thinly sliced
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley or cilantro

• 👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
• In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne. Stir for 30 seconds to release the aroma.
• Add carrots and sauté for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
• Add chickpeas, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
• Let cool slightly, then stir in chopped parsley or cilantro.
• Serve warm or chilled with Moroccan bread or alongside grilled meats.

🍋Tips / Notes

💡 For extra flavor, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or drizzle a bit of harissa sauce before serving. This salad also keeps well in the fridge for up to two days.