Description
This easy, delicious Raw Carrot Salad with Pistachio Dukkah and Dates is the best side salad that’s bursting with flavor and made in just 20 minutes. Toss fresh carrot peels in a tahini harissa dressing, a quick homemade pistachio dukkah, and chopped dates then garnish with fresh mint.
Ingredients
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- 6 large carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
Pistachio Dukkah
- 1/2 cup pistachios
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- pinch pepper
Tahini Harissa Dressing
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 4–6 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Make the pistachio dukkah first. Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the pistachios and sesame seeds. Roast them until they become fragrant and golden, tossing frequently to avoid burning them. Remove from heat and place them into a food processor or blender with the rest of the dukkah seasonings. Pulse until you achieve coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Next, make the dressing. In a blender or food processor, blend all of the ingredients together until smooth, adding 1 tablespoon of water more at a time until the consistency is pourable but not runny. Alternatively you can whisk the dressing ingredients together in a bowl.
- Peel the carrots into ribbons moving in a downward motion starting from the thick part of the carrot. Once the carrot thins, start with a new carrot, you don't want stringy strands, more of a medium-sized ribbon/peel.
- Place the carrot ribbons into a large bowl, add the chopped dates, 3/4 of the dukkah, and the dressing. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped mint leaves and toss everything together until all of the carrots are coated well. Use the remaining dukkah after serving to sprinkle on top. Store any leftover salad in an airtight container and enjoy within a couple of days.
Notes
* You can cut the carrot ribbons in half if you prefer shorter pieces. You may also use other carrots, such as shredded carrots if desired in place of the carrot ribbons. You'll likely need 2 bags of shredded carrots.
** You can make this recipe ahead of time, although it's best served immediately. If you do make it ahead of time, reserve the dukkah and add that in right before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Additional Time: 0 hours
- Cook Time: 0 hours
- Category: Salads
- Cuisine: American