Moroccan Carrot Salad Recipe
Moroccan Carrot Salad with pistachios and mint in a pomegranate vinaigrette dressing - a simple delicious salad that is full of flavor!
How to Make the Best Moroccan Carrot Salad
This vibrant Moroccan Carrot Salad is a refreshing and colorful side dish that brings together the best of North African flavors. Delicate carrot ribbons are tossed with crunchy pistachios, fresh mint, and a tangy pomegranate vinaigrette that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes.
What makes this salad truly special is its simplicity and versatility. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it’s an ideal make-ahead dish for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. The combination of textures—from the tender carrot shavings to the crunchy nuts—creates an incredibly satisfying eating experience.
Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a beautiful side dish to accompany grilled meats, or an impressive addition to your mezze spread, this Moroccan-inspired salad delivers on all fronts. Feel free to customize it with golden raisins for added sweetness or a sprinkle of toasted cumin seeds for extra warmth and depth.
Moroccan Carrot Salad
Moroccan Carrot Salad with pistachios and mint in a pomegranate vinaigrette dressing - a simple delicious salad that is full of flavor!
Ingredients
Salad
Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Instructions
Prepare the Salad
- Peel the carrots. Using a vegetable peeler, shave each carrot into long paper thin strips.
- Place carrot shavings into a medium bowl.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and toss well to coat. Taste and adjust sugar and salt to taste.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Multi-colored carrots make this salad especially beautiful, but regular orange carrots work perfectly fine.
- For the best texture, shave the carrots into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler rather than grating them.
- This salad can be made ahead and chilled for a few hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
