Mediterranean Carrot Salad: Fresh, Flavorful & Fun to Make
Mediterranean Carrot Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of carrots and the heartiness of green lentils. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion—whether as a healthy side dish or a light main meal. Tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and spices, it bursts with flavor while remaining gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Enhanced with crunchy almonds and fresh mint, this colorful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a delightful addition to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Carrots
- 1 cup Green Lentils
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes or Harissa
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Toasted Almonds
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water. In a medium pot, cover with water and boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes until tender; drain excess water.
- Peel and grate carrots into thin strips.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked lentils and grated carrots along with minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, chili flakes (or harissa), salt, and pepper.
- Just before serving, gently fold in toasted almonds and fresh mint leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg