Mediterranean Carrot Salad: Fresh, Flavorful & Fun to Make
Mediterranean Carrot Salad: Fresh, Flavorful & Fun to Make is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the crispness of fresh carrots, the heartiness of lentils, and aromatic herbs. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a potluck or enjoying a light lunch at home. Bursting with flavors from zesty lemon and warm spices, it’s not only visually appealing but also gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or as a refreshing side that complements your favorite grilled proteins. Whip up this delightful salad in just 35 minutes and savor the wholesome goodness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Carrots
- 1 cup Green Lentils
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 cup Toasted Almonds
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water and combine them with 3 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- While lentils cook, peel and grate or julienne the carrots.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Once lentils are cooked and slightly cooled, combine them with grated carrots, toasted almonds, and mint leaves in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg