Moroccan-Spiced Carrot & Cauliflower Salad

This fresh, flavorful salad is a lovely side dish on its own or can be a tasty addition to a bed of greens.  The ingredients are few, the preparation is simple, but the flavor is BIG. 

Ingredients

3 large carrots

1 head cauliflower

2 lemons

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon paprika 

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 Tablespoon parsley

1 Tablespoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon sea salt

10-15 grinds of fresh black pepper

Directions

1. Shred carrots (I used my food processor with the shredding attachment & it took less than a minute.)

2. Remove the stalk & cut cauliflower into small florets.  Combine in a large bowl with shredded carrots.

3. In a separate bowl combine the juice from the lemons, olive oil, & spices.  Whisk or use an immersion blender to combine well.

4. Pour dressing over carrots & cauliflower.  Stir until all pieces are coated in the dressing.

5. Store in a resealable container & allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, though it will taste great for several days after preparing. 

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