Spiced Carrot Salad (Greek) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 2 Minutes |
Ready In: 12 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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From Chef on a Shoestring's Greek menu. This sounds heavenly with ground walnuts and mint. Easily scaled down or up. Time does not include one hour sitting time. Ingredients:
8 large carrots |
1 small garlic clove, minced |
4 tablespoons ground walnuts |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more) |
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil |
1 lemon, juice of |
salt |
1/4 cup shredded fresh mint |
Directions:
1. Shred the carrots.
2. Combine the carrots, garlic, walnuts, cinnamon, cumin, cayenne, olive oil, lemon juice and salt to taste in a serving bowl.
3. Cover and let stand for one hour at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours.
4. Just before serving, toss in the mint and serve.
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