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Moroccan Carrot and Grain Salad
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Moroccan Roasted Carrot + Grain Salad with Tahini-Orange Dressing

A warming winter salad that is heavy on the flavor and rooted in TCM.
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword plant-based, vegan
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 490kcal

Ingredients

  • 1-2 cups Kale, Arugula, or Spinach gently warmed
  • ½ cup Quinoa, Buckwheat, or Farro cooked
  • ¼ cup Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
  • 1 cup Carrots
  • 1 cup Cauliflower, Broccoli, or Brussels Sprouts
  • ¼ cup Parsley or Mint
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil

Moroccan Spice Blend

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 2 tsp harissa
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp sea salt

Orange-Tahini Dressing

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup orange juice juice of one orange
  • 2 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1-2 cloves garlic or one tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp Moroccan Spice Blend
  • 1 tsp Maple Syrup (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Make the seasoning mix: In a small bowl combine the seasonings. You’ll use this on the roasted veggies, chickpeas, and grain
  • Make the dressing: In a blender or food processor, add all ingredients and blend. Add water to desired consistency.
  • Make the roasted chickpeas using 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 tablespoon seasoning mix. (See my AirFryer Roasted Chickpeas recipe)
  • Toss (peeled and sliced) carrots and (chopped) cauliflower with 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon Moroccan Spice Blend. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400 F for 30 mins until slightly blackened.
  • Prepare the grain as directed. When finished cooking, season with the remaining Moroccan Spice Blend and a squeeze of orange juice. 
  • When you’re ready to serve, toss the greens with 2 tbsp of Orange-Tahini Dressing. Gently sauté if desired. 
  • Plate the dressed greens, grain, and roasted vegetables. Top with fresh chopped herbs, crunchy chickpeas and (optional) chopped dates. Drizzle extra Orange-Tahini dressing over everything. 

Notes

This salad actually holds up well for meal prep. Leave the dressing off, and pour over just prior to eating. 
If you prefer animal proteins, add roasted chicken, fish, or grilled steak. 
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