Carottes au Cumin

Carottes au Cumin is a vibrant Moroccan side dish featuring tender carrots infused with aromatic cumin and a hint of citrus. This low-carb dish is both flavorful and nutritious, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Carottes au Cumin
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Moroccan
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Carrots - 300 grams, peeled and cut into sticks
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the carrot sticks. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the cooked carrots to the skillet, then sprinkle in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine and cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss again to ensure the carrots are well coated.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Carbs: 14 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in beta-carotene, which supports eye health.
  • Cumin may aid digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Tags

MoroccanLow CarbSide Dish